Dexamethasone treatment improved lung functions in meconium-instilled rabbits, but influenced cardiovascular variables.
Mokra D, Calkovska A, Tonhajzerova I, +3 more·Bratislavske lekarske listy
BACKGROUND: In this study, the effects of single and repetitive dexamethasone administration on lung functions in meconium-instilled rabbits were compared. In addition, short-term adverse effects of dexamethasone on blood pressure, heart rate, and heart rate variability were evaluated. METHODS: Artificially ventilated…