A healthcare provider may prescribe Decadron^® (dexamethasone) to help reduce inflammation caused by a variety of conditions. Specifically, Decadron is used for treating conditions such as:

Allergic conditions, such as asthma, dermatitis, and allergic reactions
Certain inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
Respiratory disorders, including certain types of tuberculosis, pneumonia, and sarcoidosis
Rheumatic diseases, such as gout, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus.

On occasion, your healthcare provider may recommend Decadron for "off-label," or unapproved, uses. For example, Decadron may be used off-label to treat conditions such as amyloidosis, bone pain, and pharyngitis.

(Click Decadron Uses for a more in-depth look at what Decadron is used for, including other off-label reasons for using this steroid. This article also discusses whether this medication is suitable for children and older adults.)

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