Bet-A500mcg
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The ACME Laboratories Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bet-A. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Bet-A may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing b... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Bet-A is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | SAFE Bet-A does not usually affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Bet-A is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bet-A may not be needed in these ... View More |
| Liver | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Bet-A in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Bet-A is a steroid. It is used in the treatment of inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses. It is also used to treat many other m... View More
Uses of Bet-A
- Allergic conditions
Side effects of Bet-A
- Reduction in bone density
- Upset stomach
How to use Bet-A
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bet-A may be taken with or... View More
How Bet-A works
Bet-A is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and ... View More
What if you forget to take Bet-A?
If you miss a dose of Bet-A, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your reg... View More
- Bet-A can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at same time every day.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Bet-A can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
- Do not stop taking Bet-A suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Indication
Ulcerative colitis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Lichen planus, Psoriasis, Asthma, Eczema, Contact dermatitis, Multiple sclerosis, Drug... View More
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Oral Allergic and inflammatory disorders Adult: 0.5-5 mg daily.
Child Dose
Oral Allergic and inflammatory disorders Child: For inflammatory conditions: <12 yr: 0.0175-0.125 mg base/kg daily, dose may be divided every 6-12 hr.... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; systemic fungal or acute infections.
Mode of Action
Betamethasone is a corticosteroid with mainly glucocorticoid activity. It prevents and controls inflammation by controlling the rate of protein synthesi... View More
Precaution
Uncontrolled diabetes, peptic ulcer, osteoporosis, psychosis, psychoneurosis, pregnancy and lactation. Congestive heart failure, hypertension, epilepsy,... View More
Side Effect
>10% (selected) Blurred vision,Increased appetite,Indigestion,Nervousness 1-10% Itching Frequency Not Defined (selected) Arthralgia,Cataracts,D... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: systemically administered corticosteroids enter breast milk and could suppress growth, interfere with endogenous cor... View More
Interaction
Increased hyperglycaemia and hypokalaemia with thiazide diuretics. Increased incidence of peptic ulcer or GI bleeding with concurrent NSAIDs admin. Resp... View More
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