Betnovate Gm Cream

Betnovate Gm Cream is a combination medicament, primarily prescribed to treat skin infections. It usually alleviates the associated symptoms like redness, itching and swelling.

This cream contains an essential glucocorticoid which is a class of medication that acts as a steroid. It is a crucial component in the treatment of bacterial and fungal infections.

This medicine is available as a cream that gets absorbed into the skin and enters the blood. The reduction of inflammation by modification of the immune response of the body to various conditions is the method of working of this corticosteroid.

This medication has minimum mineralocorticoid action as it is a potent glucocorticoid. The medicine inhibits the migration of leukocytes and decreases inflammation by reducing the permeability of capillaries and makes them resistant to prostaglandins and other inflammatory mediators.

Since the ointment is steroidal, using it for removing pimples of the face and dark spots including an increase in acne, facial hair, and sensitivity to the sunlight. The patient must be careful while consuming the medicine.

• Skin Infection

• Allergy And Inflammation

• Fungal Infections

• Infections

• Hypersensitivity

• Acne

• Change In Skin Color

• Skin Rash

• Itching

• Skin Irritation

• Skin Peeling

• Thinning Of Skin

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of the effect of Betnovate depends on the route chosen for administration.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effects are usually seen just in a few minutes since the gastrointestinal tract absorbs the oral solution very quickly. The route of administration decides the onset timing of the medicine.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women are advised against the use of the cream unless absolutely necessary, and only if the doctor prescribes and recommends it.

• Is it habit forming?

  Betnovate doesn’t have any habit forming tendencies.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Betnovate Gm Cream must not be used by breastfeeding women until it has been deemed as absolutely necessary, although a short term use of the medicine may not cause any harm to the baby. The doctor must be notified before the medicine is consumed.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  You can consume alcohol but it is advised to consult your doctor once.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Betnovate Gm Cream and its effects with alcohol have not been clinically determined.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no observation that the cream affects kidney function adversely. However, those with kidney impairments must consult the doctor for a deeper analysis.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no observation that the cream affects liver function adversely. However, those with liver impairments must consult the doctor for a deeper analysis.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The patient must apply the missed dose as soon as possible and skip the dose if the time for the next dose as scheduled occurs.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

This medication is a potent glucocorticoid with minimal mineralocorticoid action. It decreases inflammation by inhibiting the migration of leukocytes and reduces the permeability of capillaries and inhibiting prostaglandins and other inflammatory mediators. Also, It works by binding to the 30S subunit of the bacterial ribosomes thus inhibits the protein synthesis in the bacteria and stops the growth of the bacteria. Lastly, it works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol which is an important component of fungi cell membrane by inhibiting cytochrome P450 14-alpha-demethylase enzyme, thus helps in inhibiting the growth of the organism.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Betnovate Gm Cream reacts drastically with Amlodipine, Mifepristone, Warfarin, Ethinyl Estradiol, Insulin, Ciprofloxacin, and BCG vaccine which can cause harmful effects in the body of the patient. The doctor must be consulted for this case.

• Interaction with Disease

  This medication interacts with Tuberculosis, Myocardial infarctions, Ocular herpes, Electrolyte imbalance etc.

• Ques : What is Betnovate Gm Cream?

  Ans : Betnovate Gm Cream is an ointment which contains Betamethasone Topical, Miconazole topical and Gentamicin Topical as active ingredients in it. Betamethasone, Gentamicin and Miconazole which treat skin infections. Betamethasone is a steroidal medication which obstructs the production of a specific chemical messengers that makes the skin red, itchy and swollen. Gentamicin is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria while Miconazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi on the skin. All together, these drugs treat your skin infection effectively.

• Ques : What is Betnovate Gm Cream used for?

  Ans : Betnovate Gm Cream is an ointment which used to treat Tinea pedis, Jock itch, Eczema, Skin problems, Tinea corporis, Fungal and bacterial infections, Skin conditions etc.

• Ques : Can Betnovate Gm Cream be used for pimples?

  Ans : Betnovate is a steroidal ointment and which should not be used for the treatment of pimples or dark spots. Betnovate Gm Cream can cause some known side effects including increasing the acne, increasing facial hair, and making the skin sensitive to sunlight.

• Ques : Can Betnovate Gm Cream lighten your skin?

  Ans : There are lots of better products in the market for skin lightening that Betnovate is an obsolete which is not a very secure way of lightening your skin. It is a topical corticosteroid used for treating dermatitis. It is prescribed ointment.

• Ques : Can you use betnovate gm cream on spots?

  Ans : Yes. Betnovate can be used on spots and also treats various skin problems such as allergies, inflammation, pimples and dark spots.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Betnovate-GM cream?

  Ans : Betnovate-GM cream should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

• Ques : Can I stop taking Betnovate-GM when my symptoms are relieved?

  Ans : No, Patient should not stop taking Betnovate-GM when the symptoms are relieved. It is advised to complete the course of treatment as prescribed by the medical practitioner.

• Ques : What precautions should I take while using Betnovate-GM?

  Ans : Betnovate-GM cream should be used with some precautions. It is important to take care of these precautions to avoid worsening conditions.

• Betamethasone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/betamethasone

• Gentamicin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/rn/1403-66-3

• Miconazole- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/miconazole