Betamethasone

//ˌbeɪ.təˈmɛθ.əˌsoʊn// noun

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Noun

1
A potent glucocorticoid C₂₂H₂₉FO₅ that is isomeric with dexamethasone and has potent anti-inflammatory activity. uncountable

Etymology

From beta + (dexa)methasone.

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anti inflammatory

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