Arch Pediat Adol Med
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Arch Pediat Adol Med · Mar 2005
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialEffectiveness of oral dexamethasone in the treatment of moderate to severe pharyngitis in children.
To determine the effectiveness of a single dose of oral dexamethasone in reducing the pain associated with moderate to severe pharyngitis in pediatric patients. ⋯ Children with moderate to severe pharyngitis had earlier onset of pain relief and shorter duration of sore throat when given oral dexamethasone.