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Betamil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Betamil also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Betamil is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Betamil include Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Betamil have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Betamil go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Betamil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Betamil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Betamil 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 Betamil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Betamil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betamil is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Betamil 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betamil is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betamil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Betamil. It is best to stop taking Betamil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betamil safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Betamil.
What is the effect of Betamil on the Kidneys?
Betamil rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betamil on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Betamil on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Betamil on the Heart?
Side effects of Betamil rarely affect the heart.
Betamil 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 Betamil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betamil habit forming or addictive?
Betamil does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Betamil does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Betamil is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Betamil in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Betamil
There is no information on the effects of taking Betamil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betamil
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Betamil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Betamil Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Betamil can cause withdrawal symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and feeling of discomfort. To avoid the withdrawal symptoms, the dosage of this drug should be reduced gradually. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.
Betamil if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
Betamil 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, long-term use of Betamil can raise blood pressure because Betamil 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.
No, Betamil is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Betamil suppresses the immune system which lowers the immunity that can lead to infection to the patient. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.
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