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Betagee is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Secondary and off-label uses of Betagee have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Betagee is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Betagee are Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betagee as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Betagee go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Betagee has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Betagee related warnings talks about Betagee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Betagee is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Betagee contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Betagee may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Betagee is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Betagee 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 Betagee safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Betagee. It is best to stop taking Betagee immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betagee safe during breastfeeding?
Betagee is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betagee on the Kidneys?
Betagee rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betagee on the Liver?
Side effects of Betagee rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Betagee on the Heart?
Betagee is rarely harmful for the heart.
Betagee 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 Betagee unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betagee habit forming or addictive?
Betagee does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Betagee does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Betagee should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Betagee is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betagee
There is no information on the effects of taking Betagee with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betagee
Information about the interaction of Betagee and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Betagee 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.
Yes, Betagee is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Betagee 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.
Yes, Betagee can raise blood sugar in diabetic patients. It raises the blood sugar level by increasing the glucose production in the body and decreasing the effect of insulin which is produced by the pancreas. However, it is best to consult your doctor if you have diabetes while taking Betagee.
Betagee is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids, which helps in relieving the symptoms of allergies and inflammation.
Take Betagee as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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