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Betnovate C is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Betnovate C have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Betnovate C. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Betnovate C include Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Betnovate C have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Betnovate C go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Betnovate C's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Betnovate C's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Betnovate C 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betnovate C contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Betnovate C have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Betnovate C is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Betnovate C is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Betnovate C safe for pregnant women?
Betnovate C may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Betnovate C, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betnovate C safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Betnovate C for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Betnovate C on the Kidneys?
Betnovate C can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Betnovate C on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Betnovate C. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Betnovate C only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Betnovate C on the Heart?
Side effects of Betnovate C rarely affect the heart.
Betnovate C 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 Betnovate C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betnovate C habit forming or addictive?
Betnovate C does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Betnovate C
You can take Betnovate C with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betnovate C
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Betnovate C and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Betnovate C is used in the treatment of gastritis. It is presumed that Betnovate C 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, long-term use of Betnovate C can raise blood pressure because Betnovate C can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can lead to increased blood pressure. If your blood pressure is uncontrolled after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Betnovate C is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids, which helps in relieving the symptoms of allergies and inflammation.
This is because a long-term use of Betnovate C 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 Betnovate C for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
No, Betnovate C Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Betnovate C can cause withdrawal symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and feeling of discomfort. To avoid the withdrawal symptoms, the dosage of this drug should be reduced gradually. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing any withdrawal symptoms after stopping/discounting it on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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