Manufacturer: Micro Labs Ltd
Salt Composition : Betamethasone(0.05% w/w)
Tube of 20gm Gel
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Betagel is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.
Use of this medicine may cause a burning sensation, itching, irritation, redness, and pain at the site of application. These are temporary and usually go away with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know.
Betagel Gel contains betamethasone that belongs to a class of steroids. It works by decreasing the action of certain chemicals present in the body that causes swelling, redness and pain.
Betamethasone phosphate disappeared rapidly from plasma (mean half-life = 4.7 min) as betamethasone levels rose. Betamethasone plasma levels reached a peak 10-36 min after administration of the phosphate before declining in a biexponential manner. The terminal slow disposition phase had a mean half-life of 6.5 h.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Betagel
Reduction in bone density
Upset stomach
active, untreated tuberculosis
inactive tuberculosis
herpes simplex infection of the eye
a herpes simplex infection
an infection due to a fungus
intestinal infection caused by the roundworm Strongyloides
a condition with low thyroid hormone levels
diabetes
insufficiency of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland
high cholesterol
low amount of potassium in the blood
a reduction in the body's resistance to infection
psychotic disorder
brain injury
a disease with shrinking and weaker muscles called myopathy
increased pressure in the eye
wide-angle glaucoma
clouding of the lens of the eye called cataracts
sudden blindness and pain upon moving the eye
high blood pressure
chronic heart failure
an ulcer from too much stomach acid
a type of stomach irritation called gastritis
diverticulitis
surgical joining of two parts of the intestine
hardening of the liver
rupture of a tendon
osteoporosis, a condition of weak bones
decreased calcification or density of bone
seizures
visible water retention
inherited deficiency of argininosuccinate lyase
inherited carbamoyl phosphate synthetase deficiency
citrullinemia
infection caused by the varicella zoster virus
measles
ornithine carbamoyltransferase deficiency
arginase deficiency
exposure to the measles
exposure to the chickenpox
muscle pain or tenderness with increase creatine kinase
broken bone due to disease or illness
osteonecrosis, the death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply
malaria affecting the brain
muscle wasting
hyperammonemia associated with N-acetylglutamate synthase deficiency
Betagel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Betagel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Betamethasone is indicated for the treatment of several inflammatory conditions. As topical monotherapy, betamethasone is indicated to relieve pruritic and inflammatory symptoms of corticosteroid-responsive-dermatoses.
aminoglutethimide
amphotericin B injection and potassium-depleting agents
antibiotics, specifical macrolide
anticholinesterases
oral anticoagulants
antidiabetics
antitubercular drugs
cholestyramine
cyclosporine
digitalis glycosides
estrogens, including oral contraceptives
hepatic enzyme inducers (barbiturates, phenytoin, carbamazepine, rifampin)
ketoconazole
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs)
diminished response to vaccines
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Betagel, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Betagel is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Betagel and consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Q. What is Betagel? What is it used for?
Betagel belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. Betagel is used to treat various allergic skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Betagel effectively reduces symptoms such as swelling, itching and redness associated with such conditions.
Q. Is Betagel good for burns?
No, Betagel should never be applied in those areas of the skin that have burns, cuts or scrapes. If Betagel accidently gets onto such areas, rinse the area thoroughly with water. It is advisable that you use this medicine only as directed by your doctor to avoid any adverse effects and worsening of your condition.
Q. How does Betagel work?
Betagel works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness and pain.
Q. How long does Betagel take to start working?
The time required by Betagel to start showing its effects may differ from person to person. Usually, it starts showing relief within 8 hours of starting Betagel. It may even take several days before you see maximum benefits. In order to improve your symptoms faster, it is important to take the medicine regularly to gain maximum benefit from the medicine.
Q. How to use Betagel?
Before using Betagel, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Betagel gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Betagel?
Be careful not to get Betagel into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Betagel if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Betagel with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Also, let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Betagel only if prescribed by the doctor.
