Betaderm Ointment (Betamethasone 0.1%)

Therapeutic Group: Skin Steroid Plain

Storage

Each gram ointment contains Betamethasone Valerate BP equivalent to 1 mg of Betamethasone.

Betamethasone valerate is a potent topical corticosteroid. Topical corticosteroids have anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive actions when administered topically.

Indicated in atopic, infantile and discoid eczema; prurigo nodularis; Psoriasis (excluding widespread plague psoriasis); lichen simplex or planus; contact sensitivity reactions; seborrhoeic dermatitis; discoid lupus erythematosus and adjunct to systemic steroid therapy in generalized erythroderma.

Apply sparingly to the affected area 2 to 3 times daily until an improvement occurs.

Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrychosis acneiform eruptions, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae and miliariamay be reported.

Avoid long-term therapy particularly in infant and children; the treated area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be occlusive unless directed by the physician. Avoid contact with eyes.

Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.

There are no adequate and well controlled studies in pregnant women on teratogenic effects from topically applied corticosteroids and should not be used extensively for a prolonged period. Caution should be excercised when topical corticosteroids are administered in nursing women. Storage Protect from light. Do not freeze. Store between 15 0C and 30 0C.

Each tube contains 15 gm ointment.