Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet (10'S)

Manufacturer: Dial Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition : Betamethasone(1mg)

Prescription
Prescription Required: Consult the Doctor & Get Your ePrescription

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so. Using the medicine may cause few common side effects such as a reduction in bone density and an upset stomach. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. If this medicine is used for a long time, you may have to get regular tests to check your bone density. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have liver problems. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet 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.

Pharmacokinets

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.

Side Effects

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

Contra Indications

Systemic fungal infection.

Hypersensitivity to betamethasone.

Traumatic brain injury (high doses)

Untreated serious infections.

Administration of live, attenuated vaccines is contraindicated in patients receiving immunosuppressive doses of corticosteroids.

Pregnancy Related Information

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet 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.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet

Breast Feeding Related Information

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Indications

As a member of the corticosteroid family, 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.

Interactions

aminoglutethimide.

amphotericin B injection and potassium-depleting agents.

antibiotics, specifical macrolide.

anticholinesterases.

oral anticoagulants.

antidiabetics.

antitubercular drugs.

cholestyramine.

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet 

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C

Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet, 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.

Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at same time every day.

Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.

Do not stop taking Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Avoid Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet with dietary sodium.

FAQs

Q. How does Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet work?

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet 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. Is Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet safe to use?

Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.

Q. Does Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet cause hair loss?

No, Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet is not known to cause hair loss. In fact, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) when used for a long-term duration. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet.

Q. Does Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet may cause weight gain, especially when taken at high doses and used for a long time or repeated short courses. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet.

Q. Is Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet over the counter medicine?

No, Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.

Q. Is Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet a steroid?

Yes, Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling). Many different conditions such as asthma, severe allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, etc can be improved by the use of Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet, as they reduce inflammation in the body.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Betasone Forte 1mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.