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Betasal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Lotion. Betasal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Betasal is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Betasal include Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betasal as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Betasal are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Betasal's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Betasal has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Betasal related warnings section.
Betasal is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Betasal contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Betasal have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Betasal is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Betasal is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betasal is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betasal safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Betasal on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Betasal safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Betasal for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Betasal on the Kidneys?
Betasal rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betasal on the Liver?
Betasal does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Betasal on the Heart?
Betasal is rarely harmful for the heart.
Betasal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betasal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betasal habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Betasal is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Betasal
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Betasal, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betasal
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Betasal.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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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)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 889
