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[[Dexamethasone]] (a potent [[glucocorticoid]]) in doses of 16 mg/day may reduce [[edema]] around the lesion and protect the cord from injury. It may be given orally or [[intravenous]]ly for this indication. | [[Dexamethasone]] (a potent [[glucocorticoid]]) in doses of 16 mg/day may reduce [[edema]] around the lesion and protect the cord from injury. It may be given orally or [[intravenous]]ly for this indication. | ||
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Overview
Dexamethasone (a potent glucocorticoid) in doses of 16 mg/day may reduce edema around the lesion and protect the cord from injury. It may be given orally or intravenously for this indication.