Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin Benefits & Uses

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Dermatitis
Skin Disorders

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin 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: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Betamethasone (0.05% w/w), Gentamicin (0.10% w/w) Zinc Sulfate (0.5% w/w)
2 - 12 years (Child)	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: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Betamethasone (0.05% w/w), Gentamicin (0.10% w/w) Zinc Sulfate (0.5% 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: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Betamethasone (0.05% w/w), Gentamicin (0.10% w/w) Zinc Sulfate (0.5% 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: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Betamethasone (0.05% w/w), Gentamicin (0.10% w/w) Zinc Sulfate (0.5% w/w)

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin Side Effects

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

Severe

Electrolyte imbalance
Bone degradation
Increased risk of infection
Skin Thinning

Moderate

Increased blood pressure
Altered bone growth
Skin scar
Cataract

Mild

Dry Skin
Flushing

Common

Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting

Unknown

पेट दर्द
Itching or burning
Rash
Skin Peeling
Chest Pain
Swelling
Wheezing
Tightness

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin Related Warnings

Is the use of Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin safe for pregnant women?

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin on the Liver?

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin on the Heart?

Using Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Amlodipine

Insulin Regular

Ethinyl Estradiol

Glimepiride

Acarbose

Insulin Glulisine

Tetracycline

Moxifloxacin

Etidronate

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin 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
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin

Is this Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin has not been reported.

Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin

You can take Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Betamethasone + Zinc Sulfate + Gentamicin.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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