Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Dexamethasone Effects during pregnancy
Due to Heavy cold doctor had given Single dose 4 mg of dexamethasone once during my pregnancy at 16 th week.
Is there any chances for Birth defects to baby?
when we surff on online we can see its a steroid and should not give to Pregnent women.
Someone please help us to get clarified.
Answers (4)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
What do you mean by "heavy cold"?
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced gynaecologist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+199
No, it will not cause birth defects. No serious side effects will be seen with this drug. Instead It can be given at 32 weeks for lung maturity of fetus depending upon the risk associated with pregnancy.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Gunjan Agrawal
Obstetrician
16 yrs exp
Jaipur
Nothing to worry.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
21 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Dexamethasone fr cold??
Not advisable
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.