Betnovate Lotion 60ml

Product Overview

Product Form: Lotion
Pack Size: 60ml
Manufactured By: GlaxoSmithKline Pakistan
Prescription Required: Yes

Product Details

Betnovate Lotion 60ml contains Betamethasone, a topical corticosteroid used to treat skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. It works by reducing inflammation and irritation on the skin through various mechanisms, including decreasing the activity of certain immune cells and inhibiting the metabolism of arachidonic acid.

Purposes

• Reduces redness and itchiness in skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis.
• Acts as an anti-inflammatory agent to treat various skin irritations.

Ingredients

• Betamethasone

Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Local skin burning or pain
• Itchy skin
  Rare side effects include:
• Increased weight
• Moon face (rounding of the face)
• Skin thinning, stretch marks, and skin damage
• Skin wrinkling

Dosage

• Apply as directed by your healthcare provider.
• Do not use on children under 1 year of age.

How to Use

• Apply a thin layer of Betnovate Lotion to the affected skin area.
• Avoid contact with the eyes.

Warnings & Precautions

• Skin thinning: Long-term use on the face can cause skin thinning.
• Eye care: Avoid applying to eyelids to prevent potential eye damage, including glaucoma.
• Corticosteroid absorption: Prolonged use over large areas can lead to systemic absorption, causing symptoms like stretch marks, increased body hair, skin color changes, and weight gain.

Drug Interactions

• May interact with Ritonavir and Itraconazole. Consult your doctor for dosage adjustments.

Storage/Disposal

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

Control Drug

• No

Quick Tips

• Consult your doctor before using if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Use only as prescribed to avoid potential side effects.