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Betagel G, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream, Gel. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Betagel G have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Betagel G depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Betagel G include Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betagel G as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Betagel G are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Betagel G is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Betagel G's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Betagel G related warnings section.
Betagel G is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) are examples of such conditions. The section on Betagel G contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Betagel G may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betagel G is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Betagel G 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
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Is the use of Betagel G safe for pregnant women?
Betagel G can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Betagel G safe during breastfeeding?
Betagel G does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Betagel G on the Kidneys?
Betagel G may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betagel G on the Liver?
Betagel G does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Betagel G on the Heart?
You can take Betagel G without any fear of damage to the heart.
Betagel G 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 Betagel G unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betagel G habit forming or addictive?
Betagel G does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Betagel G
You can take Betagel G with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betagel G
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Betagel G and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Betagel G can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Betagel G works by suppressing the body's normal immune response to inflammation which is responsible for symptoms such as swelling, redness, and itching. This results in decreased inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with it.
Betagel G is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids, which helps in relieving the symptoms of allergies and inflammation.
Yes, Betagel G 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.
Betagel G if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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