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Betamethasone + Gentamicin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betamethasone + Gentamicin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betamethasone + Gentamicin safe for pregnant women?
Betamethasone + Gentamicin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Betamethasone + Gentamicin safe during breastfeeding?
Betamethasone + Gentamicin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Gentamicin on the Kidneys?
Betamethasone + Gentamicin rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Gentamicin on the Liver?
Using Betamethasone + Gentamicin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Gentamicin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Betamethasone + Gentamicin for the heart.
Betamethasone + Gentamicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betamethasone + Gentamicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betamethasone + Gentamicin habit forming or addictive?
Betamethasone + Gentamicin does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Betamethasone + Gentamicin
Taking Betamethasone + Gentamicin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betamethasone + Gentamicin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Betamethasone + Gentamicin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Take Betamethasone + Gentamicin as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Betamethasone + Gentamicin can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises the blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking Betamethasone + Gentamicin.
This is because a long-term use of Betamethasone + Gentamicin can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking Betamethasone + Gentamicin for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Betamethasone + Gentamicin can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Betamethasone + Gentamicin can cause weight gain. It is common side effects this drug. However, if you notice any unusual weight gain after taking this medicine then discuss it with the doctor.
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