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Doc. advisded inj.betnesol 12 mg(betamethasone), on 36w+3 days twice in 24 hours interval, is it safe? scheduled c section delivary on 36w +6days.

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Steroids: The betamethasone is meant to help in fetal lung maturation for an early delivery. It is perfectly safe for you and your baby. DrG

Answered 5/11/2016

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