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A 27-year-old male asked:
Whate is differance between dexamethasone and hydrocortisone?
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Dr. Michael P Vaughnanswered
Allergy and Immunology 35 years experience
Steroids: Steroids come in many different chemical formulations. All bind to the steroid receptor inside cells and all cause the same anti-inflamatory effects; but some are more potent than others.
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Last updated Jun 5, 2018
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