CELESTONA
\səlɪstˈə͡ʊnə], \səlɪstˈəʊnə], \s_ə_l_ɪ_s_t_ˈəʊ_n_ə]\
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A glucocorticoid given orally, parenterally, by local injection, by inhalation, or applied topically in the management of various disorders in which corticosteroids are indicated. Its lack of mineralocorticoid properties makes betamethasone particularly suitable for treating cerebral edema and congenital adrenal hyperplasia. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p724)
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