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Betameth, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Betameth also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Betameth depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Betameth are Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Betameth have been listed ahead. These side effects of Betameth are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Betameth has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Betameth's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Betameth related warnings section.
Betameth can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Betameth in conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betameth contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Betameth with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Betameth is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Betameth 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betameth is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betameth safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Betameth. It is best to stop taking Betameth immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betameth safe during breastfeeding?
Betameth is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betameth on the Kidneys?
Betameth rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betameth on the Liver?
Betameth may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Betameth on the Heart?
Betameth has very mild side effects on the heart.
Betameth 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 Betameth unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betameth habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Betameth has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Betameth will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Betameth only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Betameth is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betameth
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Betameth and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betameth
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Betameth with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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)
