Axcel Betamethasone Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Betamethasone

Indications/Uses

Eczema including atopic, infantile, discoid & stasis eczema; prurigo; psoriasis; neurodermatoses including lichen simplex; lichen planus; seborrhoiec dermatitis; intertrigo; contact sensitivity reactions; discoid lupus erythematosus; generalised erythroderma; insect bites; otitis externa.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply small quantity to affected skin bd or tds until improvement.

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Overdosage

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Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Rosacea, acne & peri-oral dermatitis. Skin lesions caused by infection w/ viruses (eg, herpes simplex, chickenpox), fungi (eg, candidiasis, tinea) or bacteria (eg, impetigo).

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Special Precautions

Discontinue use if infection occurs. Prolonged treatment. Application into eyelids. Avoid extensive use in pregnancy. Avoid long-term continuous topical therapy in infants & childn.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Local atrophic skin changes eg, striae, thinning & superficial blood vessel dilatation. Hypercorticism.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Topical Corticosteroids

ATC Classification

D07AC01 - betamethasone ; Belongs to the class of potent (group III) corticosteroids. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Axcel Betamethasone cream 0.1% w/w

Packing/Price

15 g x 1's

Axcel Betamethasone

betamethasone

Manufacturer:

Kotra Pharma

Distributor:

Kotra Pharma