What is betamethasone?

Betamethasone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. It is sometimes referred to simply as an oral steroid. Oral steroids like betamethasone are used to treat a wide variety of conditions. Some examples include autoimmune diseases (for example, systemic lupus erythematosus, autoimmune hepatitis,…

What is the best way to take betamethasone?

Betamethasone tablets are best taken dissolved in water, although they can be swallowed whole. Take your doses with food, such as after a meal or with a snack. If you forget to take a dose at your usual time, take it as soon as you remember (with something to eat). If you do not remember until the following day,…

What are the different types of betamethasone ointments?

Betamethasone is also available as a cream, foam, spray, lotion, and ointment. A doctor will prescribe one of these five formulations depending on the affected area of the body and the type of skin condition. The following table lists the pros and cons of ointments, creams, and foams.

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.

What is betamethasone? Betamethasone is a type of steroid called a corticosteroid. It is available in two different forms: injectable and topical. The following table lists the different forms of betamethasone along with their doses in milligrams per milliliter (mg/ml) or percent.

What are the long term side effects of betamethasone?

High doses of betamethasone for prolonged periods of time can cause adrenal suppression Prolonged use of corticosteroids may increase incidence of secondary infections Betamethasone can cause blood clotting (thromboembolic) disorders High-dose corticosteroids can cause muscle damage (myopathy)

How many mg of Betamethasone is in lotion?

Each gram of the 0.05% Lotion contains 0.64 mg betamethasone dipropionate (equivalent to 0.5 mg betamethasone) in a vehicle of isopropyl alcohol and purified water slightly thickened with carbomer 934P.

How do you use betamethasone cream?

How to use Betamethasone, Augmented 0.05 % Topical Cream. Wash and dry your hands. Before applying the medication, clean and dry the affected area. Apply a thin film of the medication to the affected area and gently rub in, usually 1-2 times daily or as directed by your doctor. Do not cover, bandage, or wrap the area.