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Betasone Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Betasone Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Betasone Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Betasone Tablet are Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betasone Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Betasone Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Betasone Tablet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Betasone Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Betasone Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) must refrain from the use of Betasone Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Betasone Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Betasone Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Betasone Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Betasone Tablet 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 Betasone Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Betasone Tablet can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Betasone Tablet right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Betasone Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Betasone Tablet does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Betasone Tablet on the Kidneys?
Betasone Tablet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betasone Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Betasone Tablet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Betasone Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Betasone Tablet rarely affect the heart.
Betasone Tablet 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 Betasone Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betasone Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Betasone Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Betasone Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Betasone Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Betasone Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Betasone Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Betasone Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betasone Tablet
Information about the interaction of Betasone Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Betasone Tablet is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Betasone Tablet 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.
This is because a long-term use of Betasone Tablet 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 Betasone Tablet 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, Betasone Tablet can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug but the exact reason of stomach cramp is not known. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Take Betasone Tablet as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Betasone Tablet is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because Betasone Tablet suppresses the immune system which lowers the immunity that can lead to infection to the patient. Hence patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself.
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