NCIt definition : A synthetic glucocorticoid with metabolic, immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory
activities. Betamethasone binds to specific intracellular glucocorticoid receptors
and subsequently binds to DNA to modify gene expression. The synthesis of certain
anti-inflammatory proteins is induced while the synthesis of certain inflammatory
mediators is inhibited. As a result, there is an overall reduction in chronic inflammation
and autoimmune reactions.;