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Can Dexamethasone Injection Be Taken During Pregnancy?
I m 32 weeks pregnant. My pregnancy is considered high risk as I had a previous pregnancy with twins a year ago where i gave birth prematurely at 35 weeks . My gynae has now suggested that i take a dexamethasone injection to help my baby s lungs develop better in case of premature birth again however i have been reading on the internet that this shouldn t be used during pregnancy. Can you please clarify whether this injection is harmful or useful to my unborn child.
Mon, 1 Apr 2019
Hello,
Yes, to can be. This is a routine procedure to give two injections of Dexa,12 hours apart for lung maturity of foetus. Go for it in the best interest of your baby.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
Yes, to can be. This is a routine procedure to give two injections of Dexa,12 hours apart for lung maturity of foetus. Go for it in the best interest of your baby.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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