Generic Name
Betamethasone Valerate, TopicalPacks Price
- Cream 0.1 %(022561): 5 gm; 10.91: 12.84
- Oint 0.1 %(022563): 5 gm: 10.91: 12.84
Betacort
Therapeutic Group
Corticosteroid, PlainIndication Dosage
Betamethasone Valerate, Topical is a medication used to treat skin conditions such as itching, redness, inflammation, and irritation. It's commonly prescribed for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis to help relieve discomfort and improve the appearance of the skin.
Severe Inflammatory Skin Disorders Such As Eczemas, Lichen Simplex And Planus, Otitis Externa, Prurigo, Seborrhoeic Dermatitis And Contact Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Dermatoses Of The Scalp:
- Adults & Children: Apply Thinly To Affected Areas Only, No More Frequently Than Twice Daily
Content
- Scalp Solution /Cream /Lotion /Oint: Betamethasone As The (valerate Ester) 0.1%.
Pregnancy
Caution Advised
Stability
- Corticosteroids, Topical
Contra Indications
- Acne, Perioral Dermatitis, Widespread Plaque Psoriasis, Rosacea, Bacterial, Fungal Or Viral Skin Lesions Such As Impetigo, Paronychia, Erysipelas, Cellulitis, Angular Cheilitis, Erythrasma, Treatment Of Rosacea, Peri-oral Dermatitis Or Acne, Use On Face, Groin Or Axilla
Precautions
- Acne, Perioral Dermatitis, Widespread Plaque Psoriasis, Rosacea, Bacterial, Fungal Or Viral Skin Lesions Such As Impetigo, Paronychia, Erysipelas, Cellulitis, Angular Cheilitis, Erythrasma, Treatment Of Rosacea, Peri-oral Dermatitis Or Acne, Use On Face, Groin Or Axilla
Lactation
- Caution Advised
Side Effects
- Burning
- Itching
- Irritation
- Erythema
- Dryness
- Folliculitis
- Hypertrichosis
- Pruritus
- Acneiform Eruptions
- Hypo-pigmentation
- Peri-oral Dermatitis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Maceration Of The Skin
- Thinning Of The Skin (the Original Structure May Never Return)
- worsening Of Acne And Rosacea
- Skin Atrophy
- Striae
- Malaria
- Telangiectasia.
- Rare: Adrenal Suppression
- Cushing's Syndrome
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Author
Shahid Arif