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Corticosteroids

Types of Corticosteroids:

•Betamethasone valerate

•Predinisolone

Corticosteroidshould only be taken with doctors

prescription.

Functions of Corticosteroids:

•It can provide relief to the inflamed area.
Side effect of Corticosteroids:

•It can help reduce swelling, redness, itchiness,  Long term intake can cause moon face

allergic reactions, asthma and arthritis.
(facial swelling), high blood pressure

and increase blood sugar level.

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