Betamethasone + Mupirocin Benefits & Uses

Betamethasone + Mupirocin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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Contact Dermatitis
Dermatitis
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Betamethasone + Mupirocin Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Betamethasone (0.05% w/w), Mupirocin (2% w/w)
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Betamethasone (0.05% w/w), Mupirocin (2% w/w)
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Betamethasone (0.05% w/w), Mupirocin (2% w/w)

Betamethasone + Mupirocin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betamethasone + Mupirocin is used -

Severe

Electrolyte imbalance
Bone degradation
Increased risk of infection
Skin Thinning
Allergic reaction
Itching or burning

Moderate

Increased blood pressure
Altered bone growth
Skin scar
Cataract

Mild

Dry Skin
Flushing
Rash
Cough
Rhinitis
Pharyngitis

Common

Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Altered taste

Betamethasone + Mupirocin Related Warnings

Is the use of Betamethasone + Mupirocin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Betamethasone + Mupirocin in pregnant women.
Is the use of Betamethasone + Mupirocin safe during breastfeeding?

Betamethasone + Mupirocin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Mupirocin on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Betamethasone + Mupirocin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Mupirocin on the Liver?

Betamethasone + Mupirocin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Mupirocin on the Heart?

You can take Betamethasone + Mupirocin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Severe Interaction of Betamethasone + Mupirocin with Other Drugs

Betamethasone + Mupirocin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

Mifepristone

Moderate

Betamethasone + Mupirocin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betamethasone + Mupirocin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Liver Disease
Infections
Scleroderma
Dehydration
Tuberculosis (TB)
Diabetes
Diaper Rash
Heart Disease
Depression
Crohn's Disease
Burns
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Betamethasone + Mupirocin

Is this Betamethasone + Mupirocin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Betamethasone + Mupirocin is addictive.

Betamethasone + Mupirocin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Betamethasone + Mupirocin

Taking Betamethasone + Mupirocin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betamethasone + Mupirocin

Taking Betamethasone + Mupirocin with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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