- Conditions where the anti-inflammatory and immune suppressive effects of the corticosteroids are desirable especially in acute emergencies and during intensive care
 - For the management of nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
 - Shock due to Hemorrhage, Trauma, or after Surgery.
 - Cerebral edema.
 - For the management of patients with recurrent or inoperable brain tumors.
 - Neonatal respiratory distress syndrome (antenatal prophylaxis).
 - For acute attack of bronchial asthma and in combination with bronchodilators.
 
