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Why dexamethasone inj 12mg is given to pregnent woman in 34-35th week. Is it necessary even if normal delivery is expected? Some doctors suggests it just in case of c section. Kindly reply asap thanks
salaam. It is given for frtal lung maturity.
It is for lung maturity of baby
Dexamethasone or Betamethasone is given for lung maturity and prevent enterocolitis in preterm newborn. It is irrespective of mode of delivery. Betamethasone is better than Dexamethasone.
dexamethsone is given if delivery is planned at less than 39 weeks pregnancy. it is given to mature baby's lung
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Miss romana do u work at saira memorial hosp? I want to visit for consultation for my wife. We have not yet took the injection. It is 35th week. Should we get the injection?
3 years ago
MBBS, FCPS (Obstetrics & Gynecology) | Lahore | Book Appointment
yes i work in saira from 20 years. All doctors must have some indication in their mind fir this injection. it has its limitations too. so have blood sugar levels first n then have it
3 years ago