Betaken is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Betaken also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Betaken is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Betaken include Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Betaken can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Betaken are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betaken is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Betaken has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Betaken related warnings section.
Betaken is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Betaken are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Betaken may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Betaken is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Betaken 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
|
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Is the use of Betaken safe for pregnant women?
Betaken can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Betaken right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Betaken safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Betaken.
What is the effect of Betaken on the Kidneys?
Betaken may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betaken on the Liver?
Betaken is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Betaken on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Betaken on the heart have been reported.
Betaken 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 Betaken unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betaken habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Betaken is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Betaken since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Betaken should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Betaken is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betaken
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Betaken, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betaken
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Betaken.
Yes, Betaken can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact reason of stomach cramp is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Betaken is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids, which helps in relieving the symptoms of allergies and inflammation.
Yes, Betaken is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Betaken works in gastritis by suppressing the immune response which causes inflammation and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Yes, Betaken can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Betaken 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 Betaken.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 362-370
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 289
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Celestone® (betamethasone)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Cortival (betamethasone valerate)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Diprosone® Ov (betamethasone dipropionate)