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Betamethasone
Betamethasone is a steroid that is given in 2 injections 24 hours apart when there is a strong possibility of preterm delivery. It is given between 24 and 34 weeks. It helps mature the lungs of the baby to decrease the risks of prematurity.
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Corticosteroid drug
BrandsCelestone, Quadriderm, Repivate, Topivate, Diprosalic, Diprogenta, Celestamine, Betnovate, Betnesol, Dovobet, Betanoid
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