Could a lower steroid dose be just as good for kids with croup?
NCT ID NCT06272383
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a lower dose of the steroid dexamethasone works as well as the standard dose for treating croup in children. Croup is a viral infection that causes coughing and breathing trouble. The study involved 50 children and compared two doses. The goal is to find a dose that is effective but has fewer side effects.
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Children's Hospital Winnipeg
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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