Butesone Information

Butesone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Eczema. Other than this, Butesone has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Butesone depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Butesone can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Butesone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Butesone has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Butesone related warnings talks about Butesone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Butesone contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Butesone have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Butesone, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Butesone Benefits & Uses
Butesone Dosage & How to Take
Butesone Side Effects
Butesone Related Warnings
Butesone Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Butesone
Butesone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Butesone Benefits & Uses

Butesone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)

Butesone 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Butesone Related Warnings

Is the use of Butesone safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Butesone during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Butesone safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Butesone for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Butesone on the Kidneys?

Butesone is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Butesone on the Liver?

Butesone is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Butesone on the Heart?

Butesone is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Butesone Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Butesone

Is this Butesone habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Butesone has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Butesone as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Butesone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Butesone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Butesone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Butesone

You can take Butesone with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Butesone

Information about the interaction of Butesone and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown