Dexamethasone
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdɛk.səˈmɛθ.ə.səʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dexamethasone is a noun meaning (pharmacology, biochemistry) A synthetic member of the glucocorticoid-class of steroid hormones, having the chemical formula C₂₂H₂₉FO₅, and used especially as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Meaning
(pharmacology, biochemistry) A synthetic member of the glucocorticoid-class of steroid hormones, having the chemical formula C₂₂H₂₉FO₅, and used especially as an anti-inflammatory agent.
Example Sentences
Many dexamethasones act as anti-inflammatory agents.
Lee showed her how to feed the baby with the dexamethasone syrup.
Dexamethasone, a widely available and affordable generic steroid, was shown to cut the risk of death by a third for Covid patients on ventilators, and by nearly a fifth for those on oxygen therapy.
Word Forms
- dexamethasones
Synonyms for dexamethasone
Depending on context, synonyms include decadron.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include decadron, dexamethazone, dexamethosone, dexamethosome, betamethasone, prednisolone.
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