Explained: Does Dexamethasone save lives? Does it stop Covid?

Time and again, medical experts have called for judicious use of steroids during the treatment of Covid-19. One such drug in common use is Dexamethasone which is used to reduce inflammation.

First Published May 15, 2021, 12:02 PM IST | Last Updated May 15, 2021, 12:02 PM IST

Time and again, medical experts have called for judicious use of steroids during the treatment of Covid-19. One such drug in common use is Dexamethasone which is used to reduce inflammation.

Here's Dr Michael Ryan, Executive Director of WHO Health Emergencies Programme, giving you all the information you need with regard to the use of Dexamethasone.

Warning: No steroid or drug should be taken without appropriate medical guidance.

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