The same study also revealed that a low dose of a similar drug, dexamethasone, reversed airway obstruction despite continues antigen exposure. "Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO, heaves ...

High-dose dexamethasone initiation 12 hours before extubation prevented post-extubation upper airway obstruction in children, according to results of a study published in Annals of the American ...

Dexamethasone is commonly given as a treatment for croup in children, as a single dose can reduce the swelling of the airway to improve breathing and reduce discomfort.