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2. Dexamethasone - Wikipedia

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   Dexamethasone is a fluorinated glucocorticoid medication [10] used to treat rheumatic problems, a number of skin diseases, severe allergies, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), croup, brain swelling, eye pain following eye surgery, superior vena cava syndrome (a complication of some forms of cancer), [11] and along with antibiotics in tuberculosis. [10]

3. Corticosteroid - Wikipedia

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   In children the short term use of steroids by mouth increases the risk of vomiting, behavioral changes, and sleeping problems. [41] Dysphonia: Inhaled corticosteroids are used for treatment of asthma as a standard treatment. This can cause local adverse effects like vocal cord dysfunction. [42]

4. Budesonide - Wikipedia

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   Budesonide, sold under the brand name Pulmicort, among others, is a steroid medication. [8] It is available as an inhaler, nebulization solution, pill, nasal spray, and rectal forms. [8] [9] The inhaled form is used in the long-term management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

5. Triamcinolone - Wikipedia

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   It is also used to prevent worsening of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). [6] It can be taken in various ways including by mouth, injection into a muscle, and inhalation. [6] Common side effects with long-term use include osteoporosis, cataracts, thrush, and muscle weakness. [6]

6. Mometasone/formoterol - Wikipedia

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   It contains mometasone a steroid and formoterol a long-acting beta agonist. [1] It is only recommended in those for whom an inhaled steroid is not sufficient. [1] It is used by inhalation. [1] Common side effect include headache and sinusitis. [1] More serious side effects may include thrush, immunosuppression, allergic reactions, and cataracts ...

7. Fluticasone/salmeterol - Wikipedia

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   While the use of inhaled steroids and long-acting beta2‑adrenergic agonists are recommended for the resulting improvement in control of symptoms of asthma, [10] concerns have been raised that salmeterol may increase the risk of death due to asthma, and this additional risk is not reduced by the addition of inhaled steroids. [11] Other side ...