Generic name Dexameth asone sodium phosphate Brand name decadron. Reduces inflammation by suppressing polymorphonu clear leukocyte migration. Also suppresses immune response, stimulates bone marrow.
Generic name Dexameth asone sodium phosphate Brand name decadron. Reduces inflammation by suppressing polymorphonu clear leukocyte migration. Also suppresses immune response, stimulates bone marrow.
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Generic name Dexameth asone sodium phosphate Brand name decadron. Reduces inflammation by suppressing polymorphonu clear leukocyte migration. Also suppresses immune response, stimulates bone marrow.
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Generic Brand General Mode of Indication Contraindication Actual Usual dose Side effect Nsg
name name Classification action dose resposibilities
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