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Betalar S is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. The alternative uses of Betalar S have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Betalar S. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Betalar S include Skin Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Betalar S can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Betalar S 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betalar S is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Betalar S has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Betalar S related warnings section.
Betalar S is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betalar S contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Betalar S with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Betalar S, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Betalar 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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Is the use of Betalar S safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Betalar S. It is best to stop taking Betalar S immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betalar S safe during breastfeeding?
Betalar S is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betalar S on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Betalar S on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Betalar S on the Liver?
Betalar S has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Betalar S on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Betalar S on the heart have been reported.
Betalar 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 Betalar S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betalar S habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Betalar S is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Betalar S does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Betalar S is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Betalar S for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betalar S
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Betalar S with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betalar S
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Betalar S and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Betalar S 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 Betalar S 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.
Yes, Betalar S can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises the blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking Betalar S.
Yes, Betalar S can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact reason of stomach cramp is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Betalar S is a brand name of betamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Betalar S is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Yes, Betalar 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.
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