Betasone 0.1% ointment 15 gm

A valid prescription is a must for medicine dispense

What is Betasone 0.1% Ointment?

• Betamethasone 0.1% is a topical corticosteroid that treats eczema and dermatitis.
• It is available as a cream or ointment and contains the active component betamethasone valerate at a 0.1% concentration.

What is Betasone 0.1% Ointment used for?

• This drug is used to treat a range of skin disorders (eczema, dermatitis, allergies, and rash).
• Betamethasone alleviates the swelling, itching, and redness that might accompany these illnesses.
• This corticosteroid is of medium strength.

How does Betasone 0.1% Ointment work?

• Betamethasone is a corticosteroid.
• It works by stimulating natural molecules in the skin that reduce swelling, redness, and irritation.

Who is Betasone 0.1% Ointment suitable for?

• Betamethasone is appropriate for both adults and children over the age of one year.
• However, it might not be appropriate for everyone.
• Before using this drug, visit your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you have a medical condition, are pregnant or nursing, or are taking any other medications.

How to apply Betasone 0.1% Ointment?

• Wash and dry your hands, then squeeze out the appropriate amount.
• Spread the cream or ointment thinly over the inflamed skin.
• Smooth it carefully into your skin in the same direction as your hair grows.
• Apply the lotion or ointment to all affected skin, not just the worst spots.

Betasone 0.1% ingredients:

• Betamethasone ointment.

Betasone 0.1% side effects:

• Redness and scaling around the mouth.
• Irritation.
• Rash.
• Skin color changes.
• Increased skin sensitivity.
• Swelling.
• Skin discolouration.

Betasone 0.1% warnings:

• Betasone Cream should not be used on children younger than one year old.
• It should be used with caution and for no more than 5 days if applied to the face or children's skin.
• It absorbs a huge amount of medication and causes side effects.
• Avoid smoking or keep a distance from the flame after applying it.

Contraindications of Betasone 0.1%:

• Hypersensitivity to betamethasone dipropionate, other corticosteroids, or any component in this preparation is contraindicated.
• If you have an infection or infected skin.
  
• If you have acne or pimples, redness around or on your nose, a rash around your mouth, or itchy skin.

Interactions of Betasone 0.1%:

• Aminoglutethimide.
• Amphotericin B injection and potassium-depleting agents.
• Antibiotics, specifical macrolide.

Storage and disposal of Betasone 0.1%:

• Betasone Cream should be stored at room temperature and kept away from moisture and direct sunlight.
  
• Keep it away from kids and pets.