dexamethasone

Trump Was Treated With Steroids: How These Drugs Are Used For COVID-19 Patients

Rhitu Chatterjee

The drug dexamethasone is a cheap, widely available steroid. But how long should COVID-19 patients take it, and what are the side effects?

Early results of a new study from University of Oxford researchers show that dexamethasone improved survival in some patients with COVID-19.

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Doctor Warns Of Risks In Rush To Embrace A COVID-19 Treatment

Scott Simon

As researchers herald dexamethasone as a potential breakthrough treatment for critically ill patients, Dr. Kirsten Lyke says publicizing research that hasn't been rigorously vetted could erode trust.

Researchers estimated that dexamethasone would prevent one death for every eight patients treated while on breathing machines and one for every 25 patients on extra oxygen alone.

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First Drug Proves Able To Improve Survival From COVID-19

Associated Press

Researchers in England say they have the first evidence that a drug can improve survival from COVID-19. The drug is a cheap, widely available steroid…