Betnesol 0.5mg Tablet (20'S)

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Betnesol 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

Betnesol Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies

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

Common side effects of Betnesol

Reduction in bone density

Upset stomach

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

Betnesol 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 Betnesol Tablet.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Betnesol 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

Betnesol 0.5 MG Tablet is a medicine that contains Betamethasone. It is used to treat internal and external inflammation (swelling and redness) associated with medical conditions like asthma, colitis, arthritis, severe skin allergies, etc.

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. Betnesol Tablet

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Betnesol 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

Betnesol 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.

Betnesol 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 Betnesol 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. Betnesol Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Avoid Betnesol Tablet with dietary sodium.

FAQs

Q. How does Betnesol Tablet work?

Betnesol 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 Betnesol Tablet safe to use?

Betnesol 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 Betnesol Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Betnesol Tablet if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.

Q. Does Betnesol Tablet cause hair loss?

No, Betnesol 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 Betnesol Tablet.

Q. Does Betnesol Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Betnesol 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 Betnesol Tablet.

Q. Is Betnesol Tablet over the counter medicine?

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

Q. Is Betnesol Tablet a steroid?

Yes, Betnesol 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. Betnesol 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 Betnesol Tablet, as they reduce inflammation in the body.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Betnesol Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Betnesol 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.