dexamethasone
/ˌdɛksəˈmɛθəˌsoʊn/
noun
- A powerful corticosteroid medication used to reduce inflammation and treat conditions such as allergies, arthritis, and certain cancers.
- During the pandemic, dexamethasone was found to help some COVID-19 patients breathe more easily.
- Dexamethasone is often used to help patients with severe allergic reactions.
- The doctor prescribed dexamethasone to reduce swelling in her joints.