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Betawin S is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Other than this, Betawin S has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Betawin S is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Betawin S include Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Betawin S side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Betawin S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Betawin S has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Betawin S related warnings talks about Betawin S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Betawin S is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betawin S contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Betawin S have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Betawin S, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Betawin S 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betawin S is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betawin S safe for pregnant women?
Betawin S may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Betawin S again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Betawin S safe during breastfeeding?
Betawin S is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betawin S on the Kidneys?
Betawin S rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betawin S on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Betawin S on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Betawin S on the Heart?
Betawin S may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Betawin S 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 Betawin S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betawin S habit forming or addictive?
Betawin S does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Betawin S will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Betawin S is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Betawin S is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betawin S
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Betawin S together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betawin S
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Betawin S with alcohol.
Betawin S if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
Betawin S comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Betawin S. A topical form of this drug (Cream, Ointment) should be applied gently on affected area 1 - 2 times daily as directed by the doctor.
Yes, long-term use of Betawin S can raise blood pressure because Betawin S can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can lead to increased blood pressure. If your blood pressure is uncontrolled after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Betawin S 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, Betawin S can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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