Betamethasone Cream

Indications & Dose:

Treatment of impetigo, erythema and other localised and primary bacterial skin infection with a gram-negative components and also for secondary bacterial infections complicating other pre-existing dermatoses.

DOSE: Apply of the affected area twice daily.

OVERDOSAGE: If hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression is found, then the drug should be withdrawn, frequency of application reduced or a weaker steroid used. Supplementary systemic corticosteroids may be required if signs and symptoms of steroid withdrawal occur. 

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to betamethasone dipropionate, gentamicin sulphate or any component in the base

Side Effects:

Burning sensation, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentations, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae and miliria. Gentamicin sulphate - Ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity has been reported often in the topical treatment of severe burns with gentamicin. Hypersensitivity reactions have been reported after local use

Cautions:

Precautions:

Discontinue use if irritation, sensitivity or other reaction develop and institute appropriate treatment. Corticosteroid applied to the skin can be absorbed in sufficient amount to produce systemic effects such as hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression, manifestation of CushingÕs syndrome, hyperglycaemia, and glucosuria. Thus suitable precautions should be taken during prolonged treatment, when treating extensive body surface areas, when using of occlusive technique and when treating children (because of a larger skin surface area of bodyweight ratio). Safety of use of topical corticosteroids during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Prolong use of a preparation containing an antibiotic may result in overgrowth of non susceptible organisms including fungi. If this occurs, discontinue use and institute appropriate therapy. Not suitable for ophthalmic use

Interaction:

Not known.

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