Decadron

steroid

prevents the accumulation of inflammatory cells at the sites of infection inhibits phagocytosis lysosomal enzyme release ans synthesis of selected chemical mediators of inflammation

• to reduce the inflammatory process in allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis asthma and COPD
• spinal cord edema

no absolute contraindications in the emergency setting

• increase ICP
• convulsion
• CHF
• hypertension
• hyperglycemia

4-24mg IV/IO/IM

0.5-1.0 mg/kg