Betaderm 0.05% Lotion

Betaderm 0.05% Lotion is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma. It is also used to prevent and treat a number of other conditions like inflammation of the nose, mild or moderate ulcerative colitis and inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.

Betaderm 0.05% Lotion should be used with caution by people having high blood pressure, a family history of diabetes, osteoporosis, a family history of glaucoma, eye cataracts, stomach or duodenal ulcers, decreased liver or kidney function, mental health problems or those taking steroids. It should not be used by children and people who are allergic to it, had tuberculosis, any type of infection or a serious liver disease.

Betaderm 0.05% Lotion is available to take as an inhaler device. It is also available as a nasal spray, cream and tablets or ointment. It can be taken once or twice daily, with or without food.

Some possible side effects include cramps, heavy bleeding, pain around the eyes and cheekbones, runny nose, tightness of the chest, body pain, congestion, difficulty with breathing, dryness or soreness of the throat, fever, hoarseness and voice changes.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Fungal Infections

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Abdominal Pain

• Skin Rash

• Increased Liver Enzymes

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Trim b 0.025% w/w/1% w/w cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

The active constituent of this medication is a synthetic glucocorticoid that specifically binds to cytoplasmic receptors. This inhibits leukocyte entry at the inflammation site, interferes in inflammatory response mediator functioning, and reduces oedema and scar tissues.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Pulmonologist before using this medicine.

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