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Dexamethasone Phosphate (Decadron)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Classification:
Glucocorticosteroid
Therapeutic Effects:
PONV prophylaxis, steroid replacement
Primary Considerations:

Uses - Most common use is post operative nausea and vomiting ( PONV ) prophylaxis and prevention of airway edema. Alone, dexamethasone reduces PONV by approximately 33% . Combined with zofran and...

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