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Decadron
Prednisone
View side-by-side comparisons of medication uses, ratings, cost, side effects and interactions.
Decadron
(dexamethasone)
Prednisone
Prescription only
Prescribed for Adrenal Insufficiency, Adrenogenital Syndrome, Addison's Disease, Adrenocortical Insufficiency, Multiple Myeloma, Allergic Rhinitis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Aspiration Pneumonia...
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Prescription only
Prednisone effectively controls inflammation and an overactive immune system but may not be suitable for everybody. Long-term use is limited by potentially severe side effects such as adrenal...
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Decadron has an average rating of
4.0 out of 10 from a total of
29 ratings on Drugs.com.
29% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 57% reported a negative effect.
Prednisone has an average rating of
7.6 out of 10 from a total of
851 ratings on Drugs.com.
70% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 18% reported a negative effect.
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