CELLESTODERM
\sˈɛlɪstˌə͡ʊdəm], \sˈɛlɪstˌəʊdəm], \s_ˈɛ_l_ɪ_s_t_ˌəʊ_d_ə_m]\
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A glucocorticoid given orally, parenterally, by local injection, by inhalation, or applied topically in the management of various disorders in which corticosteroids are indicated. Its lack of mineralocorticoid properties makes betamethasone particularly suitable for treating cerebral edema and congenital adrenal hyperplasia. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p724)
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