About This Item
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What is the concentration and format of this product?
Each vial contains dexamethasone sodium phosphate 4 mg/mL. The pack includes 10 x 5 mL vials.
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How is dexamethasone sodium phosphate administered?
It may be administered intravenously, intramuscularly, or intra-articularly by a healthcare professional.
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How does dexamethasone sodium phosphate work after injection?
Following injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate is rapidly converted into dexamethasone to provide corticosteroid activity.
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How potent is dexamethasone compared to prednisolone?
Dexamethasone has approximately seven times the anti-inflammatory potency of prednisolone.
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What properties does dexamethasone have?
In addition to anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, dexamethasone has antiallergic, antitoxic, antishock, and antipyretic properties.
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Is this product intended for veterinary use?
No. The approved species is Human. For animal use, consult species-specific products and veterinary guidance.
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What is the DIN for this product?
DIN 00664227.
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