Betameson0.05%
Ointment
Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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Indication
Eczema, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, lichen planus, lichen simplex, psoriasis, prurigo nodularis, plaque psorias... View More
Administration
Topical Administration Use medium to very high potency for less than 2 weeks to reduce local and systemic side effects Use low potency for chronic t... View More
Adult Dose
As valerate: Apply sparingly 2-3 times daily. Cream for moist & ointment for dry surface.
Contraindication
Underlying infection, Hypersensitivity, Ophthalmic use
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
Chronic topical corticosteroid therapy may interfere with growth and development in children. Lactation: It is not known whether topical corticostero... View More
Side Effect
Dermal atrophy, local irritation, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, burning, dry skin, pigmentation changes, HPA suppression (with higher potency used >2 wk... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy There are no available data on ointment use in pregnant women to identify a drug- associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or a... View More
Alternative brand for Betameson
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