Betnovate-N Ointment 20G

Description

Betnovate-N Ointment Specification 

Requires Prescription (YES/NO) 

Yes 

Generics 

 Betamethasone Valerate, Neomycin Sulphate 

Used For 

Eczema 

How it works 

Betamethasone valerate is an active topical corticosteroid which produces a rapid response in those inflammatory dermatoses that are normally responsive to topical corticosteroid therapy and is often effective in the less responsive conditions such as psoriasis. Neomycin sulfate is a broad-spectrum bactericidal antibiotic effective against the majority of bacteria commonly associated with skin infections. 

Betnovate-N Ointment Usage And Safety 

Dosage 

 Betamethasone Valerate, Neomycin Sulphate 

Side Effects 

Local hypersensitivity , Hypothalamic-pituitary adrenal (HPA) axis suppression , Cushingoid features (e.g. moon face, central obesity), delayed weight gain/growth retardation in children, osteoporosis, glaucoma,hyperglycaemia/glucosuria, cataract, hypertension, increased weight/obesity, decreased endogenous cortisol levels . 

Drug Interactions 

CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. ritonavir, itraconazole) , neomycin sulphate. 

Indication 

Betamethasone valerate is a potent topical corticosteroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of steroid responsive dermatoses. 

When not to Use 

Betamethasone valerate-neomycin sulphate is contraindicated in children under 2 years of age. Due to the known ototoxic and nephrotoxic potential of neomycin sulphate, the use of betamethasone valerate-neomycin sulphate in large quantities or on large areas for prolonged periods of time is contraindicated in circumstances where significant systemic absorption may occur. 

Betnovate-N Ointment Precautions 

Precaution 

Bacterial infection is encouraged by the warm, moist conditions within skin folds or caused by occlusive dressings. When using occlusive dressings, the skin should be cleansed before a fresh dressing is applied. 

Betnovate-N Ointment Warnings 

Warning 1 

Betamethasone valerate-neomycin sulphate should be used with caution in patients with a history of local hypersensitivity to betamethasone, neomycin or to any of the excipients in the preparation. 

Warning 2 

If prolonged or significant diarrhoea occurs or the patient experiences abdominal cramps, treatment should be discontinued immediately and the patient investigated further. 

Warning 3 

In comparison with adults, children may absorb proportionally larger amounts of topical corticosteroids and thus be more susceptible to systemic adverse effects. 

Betnovate-N Ointment Additional Information 

Pregnancy category 

Always consult your physician before using any medicine. 

Storage (YES/NO) 

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.