How to use and dosage
- Injection. Doctors will determine the correct dosage of injectable betamethasone depending on the condition that they are treating.
- Creams and lotions. People can apply a few drops of betamethasone dipropionate or betamethasone valerate lotion to the affected area once or twice a day.
- Spray. ...
- Foam. ...
What conditions does betamethasone dipropionate treat?
What Conditions does CLOTRIMAZOLE-BETAMETHASONE Treat?
- ringworm of the groin area
- athlete's foot
- ringworm of the body
What conditions does betamethasone dipropionate cream treat?
- This medication is to be used for the full prescribed treatment time, even though the symptoms may have improved. ...
- This medication should only be used for the disorder for which it was prescribed.
- The treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped.
What conditions does betamethasone valerate ointment treat?
- immune system
- cardiovascular system
- skin
- endocrine system
- abdominal tract
- muscles and bones
- central and peripheral nervous system
- eyes
What to know about betamethasone?
When people use betamethasone dipropionate spray, the most common side effects are:
- itchiness
- burning or stinging
- pain
- thinning of the skin
Is betamethasone a strong steroid?
Betamethasone is a highly potent steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Betamethasone topical (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.
How long does it take betamethasone to work?
Topical betamethasone – how long does it take to work? For most skin conditions, and in most people, some improvement is noted within three to four days of starting treatment. The majority of conditions should resolve within one week of betamethasone use.
How often should you apply betamethasone?
For topical dosage forms (cream, gel, lotion, and ointment): For redness, itching, and swelling of the skin: Adults and children 13 years of age and older—Apply to the affected area of the skin 1 or 2 times a day. Children younger than 13 years of age—Use is not recommended.
Where should you not apply betamethasone?
Official answer. Avoid using Betamethasone in the genital or rectal areas, or armpits unless your doctor has advised otherwise. Do not use betamethasone to treat any other condition that has not been checked by your doctor.
What is the side effect of betamethasone?
burning, itching, irritation, stinging, redness, or dryness of the skin. acne. unwanted hair growth. skin color changes.
Why is betamethasone illegal?
Betamethasone is a corticosteroid, meaning it's a man-made steroid that resembles cortisol, a natural hormone produced by the adrenal gland. While legal as a therapeutic aid for horses, it is illegal when found in the blood on race day because it's considered a possible performance-enhancer.
Can you use betamethasone on your private parts?
This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina, or apply it on your face or under your arms.
Can I get betamethasone over the counter?
Betamethasone topical spray is used to treat adults with mild to moderate plaque psoriasis. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
How long does it take for betamethasone to absorb?
Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that is available as a pill, by injection, and as an ointment, cream, lotion, gel, or aerosol (spray) for the skin, and a foam for the scalp. When given by injection, anti-inflammatory effects begin in around two hours and last for seven days.
Can you use betamethasone on broken skin?
Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water.
Does betamethasone grow hair?
by Drugs.com Studies have shown that approximately 61% of people using 0.1% betamethasone valerate foam achieved more than 75% hair regrowth in comparison with 27% using a lower strength preparation (0.05% betamethasone dipropionate lotion).
What happens if you put betamethasone on your face?
Higher potency betamethasone products should not be used on the face due to the risk of side effects like skin thinning, visible broken capillaries (telangiectasia), and striae (lines on the face).
What is Ardosons called in the U.S?
Ardosons is a medicine reported as being from Mexico that may contain 25 mg of indomethacin (in Spanish called "indometacina"), 0.75 mg of betameth...
Is betamethasone the same as hydrocortisone?
Betamethasone is not the same as hydrocortisone, but both medications are corticosteroids (steroids, for short).
Can I use betamethasone cream on my face?
Some lower strength forms of betamethasone cream may be appropriate to use on the face for conditions such as dermatitis, but should only be used i...
What Are Dosages of Betamethasone?
0.6-7.2 mg orally divided twice daily/four times daily or 0.6-9 mg/day intramuscularly each day divided twice daily
What Are Warnings and Precautions for Betamethasone?
This medication contains betamethasone. Do not take Celestone, Celestone Soluspan, Betaject, or Betamethasone Intramuscular/Oral if you are allergic to betamethasone or any ingredients contained in this drug.
What Other Drugs Interact with Betamethasone?
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first.
How is betamethasone given?
Betamethasone is injected into a muscle, joint, or lesion, or given as a shallow injection just beneath the skin. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
What other drugs will affect betamethasone?
Many drugs can affect betamethasone. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
What should I avoid while receiving betamethasone?
While using this medicine: Do not receive a "live" vaccine. The vaccine may not work as well and may not fully protect you from disease.
What to tell your doctor before taking betamethasone?
Before receiving betamethasone, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies, all medicines you use, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Does betamethasone cause numbness?
Betamethasone can affect growth in children. Tell your doctor if your child is not growing at a normal rate while using betamethasone. Common side effects may include: headache, depression, mood swings; sleep problems ( insomnia ); numbness, tingling, burning pain; skin redness, itching, or discoloration;
Does betamethasone weaken the immune system?
Betamethasone can weaken your immune system, making it easier for you to get an infection. Steroids can also worsen an infection you already have, or reactivate an infection you recently had. Tell your doctor about any illness or infection you have had within the past several weeks.
Why is betamethasone prescribed?
Betamethasone topical is used to treat the itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling, inflammation, and discomfort of various skin conditions, including psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body) and eczema ...
How to use betamethasone?
To use betamethasone topical, apply a small amount of ointment, cream, solution, gel, or lotion to cover the affected area of skin with a thin even film and rub it in gently.
What to do if you are allergic to betamethasone?
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to betamethasone, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in betamethasone topical products. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, and nutritional supplements you are taking ...
What are the side effects of betamethasone?
Betamethasone may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: 1 burning, itching, irritation, stinging, redness, or dryness of the skin 2 acne 3 unwanted hair growth 4 skin color changes 5 bruising or shiny skin 6 tiny red bumps or rash around the mouth 7 small white or red bumps on the skin
How do you know if you have a rash after taking betamethasone?
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately: severe rash. redness, swelling, or other signs of skin infection in the place where you applied betamethasone. Children who use betamethasone topical may have an increased risk of side effects including slowed growth and delayed weight gain.
What to do if someone swallows betamethasone?
In case of emergency/overdose. If someone swallows betamethasone topical, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Can you use betamethasone more than once?
Use betamethasone exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Do not apply it to other areas of your body or use it to treat other skin conditions unless directed to do so by your doctor.
What is the USP for betamethasone?
Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w is a medium-potency corticosteroids indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses in patients 13 years and older.
How to use Betamethasone Dipropionate lotion?
Apply a few drops of Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion to the affected areas and massage lightly until it disappears. Apply twice daily, in the morning and at night. For the most effective and economical use, apply nozzle very close to affected area and gently squeeze bottle.
How much betamethasone is in a gram?
Each gram of Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w contains: 0.643 mg Betamethasone dipropionate (equivalent to 0.5 mg Betamethasone) in a vehicle of isopropyl alcohol, USP (40.0%) and purified water, ...
What is a corticosteroid?
The corticosteroids are a class of compounds comprising steroid hormones, secreted by the adrenal cortex and their synthetic analogs. In pharmacologic doses corticosteroids are used primarily for their anti-inflammatory and/or immunosuppressive effects. Topical corticosteroids, such as Betamethasone dipropionate, ...
How are topical corticosteroids absorbed?
(See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). Topical corticosteroids can be absorbed from normal intact skin.
Is betamethasone teratogenic?
Corticosteroids are generally teratogenic in laboratory animals when administered systemically at relatively low dosage levels. Betamethasone dipropionate has been shown to be teratogenic in rabbits when given by the intramuscular route at doses of 0.05 mg/kg.
Can you use Betamethasone Dipropionate lotion with other corticosteroid products?
5. Other corticosteroid-containing products should not be used with Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w without first talking to your physician.
What is betamethasone used for?
Betamethasone injectable suspension is used to treat inflammation and pain from a variety of conditions. These conditions include multiple sclerosis, arthritis, skin disease, and blood disorders.
How to be sure you receive your injections on a timely basis?
Be sure to keep all your doctor’s appointments. This is to be sure you receive your injection on a timely basis.
Is betamethasone an injectable?
Betamethasone injectable suspension is an injected drug. It’s given by a healthcare provider in a clinical setting. You won’t administer this drug yourself.
What to do if you have serious side effects?
Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects. Call 911 if your symptoms feel life-threatening or if you think you’re having a medical emergency. Serious side effects and their symptoms can include the following:
Does betamethasone cause infections?
Infection risk warning: Steroids such as betamethasone suppress your body’s immune system. This makes it harder for you to fight infections. Long-term use of betamethasone and using it in higher doses may increase your chances of getting an infection. It may also hide the symptoms of any infection you may have.
Is betamethasone a generic drug?
Betamethasone injectable suspension is available as a brand-name drug. It’s also available as a generic drug. Brand name: Celestone Soluspan.
Can you use betamethasone for long term?
Betamethasone may be used for short-term or long-term treatment. How long you use it will depend on the disease you’re treating. This drug comes with risks if you don’t use it as prescribed.
Can corticosteroid be absorbed from the skin?
Rarely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed from the skininto the bloodstream. This can lead to side effects of too much corticosteroid. These side effects are more likely in children, and in people who use this medication for a long time or over large areas of the skin. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following side effects occur: unusual/extreme tiredness, weight loss, headache, swelling ankles/feet, increased thirst/urination, visionproblems.
Can you use betamethasone dipropionate on the face?
Use this medication on the skin only. However, do not use it on the face, groin, or underarms or for diaper rash unless directed to do so by your doctor.
Are you currently using betamethasone dipropionate topical?
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What is this medicine?
BETAMETHASONE (bay ta METH a sone) is a corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. It is used to treat asthma, allergies, arthritis, Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis. It is also used for other conditions, like blood disorders and diseases of the adrenal glands.
How should I use this medicine?
This medicine is for injection into a muscle, joint, lesion, or other tissue. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
Betamethasone Description
Clinical Pharmacology
- The corticosteroids are a class of compounds comprising steroid hormones, secreted by the adrenal cortex and their synthetic analogs. In pharmacologic doses corticosteroids are used primarily for their anti-inflammatory and/or immunosuppressive effects. Topical corticosteroids, such as Betamethasone dipropionate, are effective in the treatment of corticosteroid-responsiv…
Indications and Usage
- Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w is a medium-potency corticosteroids indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses in patients 13 years and older.
Contraindications
- Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w is contraindicated in those patients who are hypersensitive to Betamethasone dipropionate, to other corticosteroids, or to any of the components in these preparation.
Precautions
- General
Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids has produced reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, manifestations of Cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia, and glucosuria in some patients. Conditions which augment systemic absorption include the applica… - Information for Patients
This information is intended to aid in the safe and effective use of this medication. It is not a disclosure of all possible adverse or intended effects. Patients using topical corticosteroids should receive the following information and instructions: 1. This medication is to be used as dir…
Adverse Reactions
- The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently when Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w is used as recommended in the DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATIONsection. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, h…
Overdosage
- Topically applied corticosteroids can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects. (See PRECAUTIONS.)
Dosage and Administration
- Apply a few drops of Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion to the affected areas and massage lightly until it disappears. Apply twice daily, in the morning and at night. For the most effective and economical use, apply nozzle very close to affected area and gently squeeze bottle. Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w is not to be used with occlusive dressings.
How Supplied
- Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion, USP 0.05% w/w is supplied as follows: 60 mL bottles (NDC 61748-475-60) Store at 25°C, excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C. Protect from light and freezing. Store in carton until contents are used. Marketed by: VersaPharm Inc. – An Akorn Company Lake Forest, IL 60045 Manufactured by: Hi-Tech Pharmacal Co. Inc. – An Akorn Comp…
Package/Label Principal Display Panel – Container Label
- AKORN NDC 61748-475-60 Betamethasone Diprorpionate Lotion, USP0.05% (Potency expressed as Betamethasone) FOR TOPICAL USE ONLY NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE Rx only 60 mL BDLAAL Rev. 02/2018