Betnovate Skin Cream 20g

• Betnovate Skin Cream is a steroid that contains Betamethasone 0.1% w/w used for the treatment of allergic skin conditions, and redness or itching in skin disorders
• It prevents the inflammation of allergic conditions
• Chemical Class: Glucocorticoids
• Addictive Drug: No
• Therapeutic Class: Corticosteroid with immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory properties
• Action Class: Glucocorticoids
• Schedule “H” prescription drug Caution: Not to be sold without the prescription of a registered medical practitioner
• Store at a temperature below 30°C

• Treatment of Skin Allergy Conditions
• Treatment of Allergy or Skin disorders

• No interactions of alcohol consumption are found with this cream that is only externally applied, consult your doctor regarding any doubts
• Do not use Betnovate Cream longer than prescribed by your doctor as it may cause side effects like skin thinning
• Betnovate Skin Cream & Acarbose: Serious problems
• Betnovate Skin Cream & Aspirin: Serious problems
• Betnovate Skin Cream & Amlodipine: Serious problems
• Betnovate Skin Cream & Amphotericin B: Serious Problems

Betnovate Skin Cream may interact with the following drugs, inform your doctor if you use any of them
 

• Blood Pressure medicines
• Pain killers
• Drugs that are taken for anxiety
• Laxatives
• Blood thinner tablets

Betnovate Skin Cream may not be safe to use during pregnancy so consult your doctor. The Cream is safe to use for breastfeeding mothers if properly prescribed by their doctor

• Do not use the cream for a long time than advised by your doctor as it may cause side effects and thinning of the skin
• Apply it lightly (thin layer) only on the allergic or affected area every day (2 to 3 times) as advised by your doctor
• Inform your doctor if you get a fever due to the infection or allergy
• Avoid using any air-tight bandage or dressing on the affected area
• If the skin condition being treated gets more infected or doesn't improve even after 2 weeks consult your doctor

• Itching sensation
• Pain or burning sensation in the affected skin area
• Thinning of skin, bones (long usage of the cream)

The cream is for external use only. wash your hands, clean the affected skin area and let it dry then apply a thin layer of the cream to it. Check with your doctor for additional instructions

Betnovate Skin Cream contains Betamethasone 0.1% w/w

Betamethasone stops the production of a chemical substance prostaglandins at the site of skin allergy preventing redness, itching or swelling

Q. What is Betnovate cream used for?
Betnovate Cream is a steroid that contains Betamethasone 0.1% w/w used for the treatment of allergic skin conditions, and redness or itching in skin disorders
 

Q. Can I use Betnovate on my face?
Do not apply the cream to your face unless your doctor says you to do it. Do not let Betnovate cream get in your eyes, clean or wash if it happens

Q. Is Betnovate good for pimples?
No, Betnovate is not recommended for acne scars or acne treatment (pimples)

Q. Can I use Betnovate on eczema?
Yes it can be used for the treatment of skin problems like eczema but it must be recommended only by your doctor

Q. Is Betnovate harmful to the skin?
Betnovate cream may cause thinning of the skin or other side effects like skin irritation, do not use the cream for a long period of time

Q. Is Betnovate good for wounds?
No, the cream must not be applied to open wounds

• Inform your doctor if you have psoriasis or other skin problems before using Betnovate cream
• If you get any side effects like burning or irritation it may go away, but if it continues inform your doctor immediately