Description

BETAMETHASONE

BETAMETHASONE belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids primarily used to prevent allergies including swelling, itching redness, heat, and pain caused due to certain skin problems such as psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin) and eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen or rough skin). The swelling of the skin occurs when an allergic reaction or skin irritation releases several substances in the skin that widens blood vessels and cause itching, redness, pain, and swelling in the irritated area.

BETAMETHASONE is a steroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any type of allergens, such chemicals are released normally.

Use BETAMETHASONE as prescribed. You are advised to use BETAMETHASONE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. BETAMETHASONE is for external use only. Avoid contact of BETAMETHASONE with nose, mouth, or eyes. In case BETAMETHASONE comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Some people may experience skin redness, inflamed hair follicles, itching, blistering, or burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects of BETAMETHASONE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to BETAMETHASONE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using BETAMETHASONE. Do not use BETAMETHASONE in more than prescribed doses, or on a large area of skin for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Avoid using BETAMETHASONE for more than 5 days in children and on the face. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as the fabric (bedding, clothing, dressings) that is in contact with BETAMETHASONE catches fire and burns easily. If you have diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts, adrenal gland or liver problems, or had a skin reaction to a steroid medicine in the past, inform your doctor before taking BETAMETHASONE.

Uses of BETAMETHASONE

Skin allergies

Medicinal Benefits

BETAMETHASONE is a steroid that is used to treat swelling, itching redness, heat and pain caused due to certain skin problems such as psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin) and eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen or rough skin). BETAMETHASONE acts inside the skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. When the skin reacts to any type of allergens, such chemicals are released normally.

Directions for Use

Wash your hands before and after applying BETAMETHASONE. Take a small amount of BETAMETHASONE and apply as a thin layer on the affected area of the skin 1 or 2 times every day. BETAMETHASONE is only for external use. If you are using BETAMETHASONE on face, avoid contact with eyes as it may cause irritation. In case BETAMETHASONE comes in contact with eyes accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of BETAMETHASONE

• Skin redness
• Inflamed hair follicles
• Itching
• Blistering
• Burning sensation of at the site of application

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not use BETAMETHASONE in more than prescribed doses, or on a large area of skin for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using BETAMETHASONE. Do not cover or wrap the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Avoid using BETAMETHASONE for more than 5 days in children and on the face. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as the fabric (bedding, clothing, dressings) that is in contact with BETAMETHASONE catches fire and burns easily. If you have diabetes, psoriasis, glaucoma, cataracts, adrenal gland or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking BETAMETHASONE.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: BETAMETHASONE may interact with drugs used to lower high blood pressure (metoprolol), pain killers (aspirin, ibuprofen), antianxiety drugs (alprazolam), laxatives (magnesium sulphate), blood thinners (warfarin).

Drug-Food Interaction: BETAMETHASONE may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid the consumption of alcohol with BETAMETHASONE.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, psoriasis, glaucoma, cataracts, adrenal gland or liver problems, inform your doctor before taking BETAMETHASONE.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

METOPROLOL

ASPIRIN

IBUPROFEN

ALPRAZOLAM

WARFARIN

MAGNESIUM SULPHATE