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Betafoam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Betafoam also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Betafoam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Betafoam are Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Betafoam have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Betafoam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betafoam is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Betafoam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Betafoam related warnings section.
Betafoam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betafoam contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Betafoam with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Betafoam is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Betafoam is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Betafoam safe for pregnant women?
Betafoam can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Betafoam right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Betafoam safe during breastfeeding?
Betafoam does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Betafoam on the Kidneys?
Betafoam rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betafoam on the Liver?
Betafoam has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Betafoam on the Heart?
Betafoam has very mild side effects on the heart.
Betafoam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betafoam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betafoam habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Betafoam.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Betafoam since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Betafoam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Betafoam in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Betafoam
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Betafoam together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betafoam
Information about the interaction of Betafoam and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Betafoam comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Betafoam. A topical form of this drug (Cream, Ointment) should be applied gently on affected area 1 - 2 times daily as directed by the doctor.
This is because a long-term use of Betafoam can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking Betafoam for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Betafoam is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Betafoam works in gastritis by suppressing the immune response which causes inflammation and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Betafoam is a brand name of betamethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of tablet, solution, injection and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. Betafoam is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
Yes, Betafoam can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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