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1. Betamethasone

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   Betamethasone is a potent, synthetic glucocorticoid medication primarily used for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is structurally related to cortisol, differing mainly by a single fluorine atom at the C9 position and a methyl group at C16, modifications that significantly enhance its therapeutic index compared to older steroids like prednisone. Synthesized in the late 1950s, it became a staple in treating numerous conditions where modulating the immune response is necessary, though its broad activity profile n…