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Salisone H Ointment is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. Other than this, Salisone H Ointment has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Salisone H Ointment 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Salisone H Ointment also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Salisone H Ointment have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Salisone H Ointment normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Salisone H Ointment's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Salisone H Ointment has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Salisone H Ointment related warnings section.
Salisone H Ointment 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Salisone H Ointment are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Salisone H Ointment may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Salisone H Ointment is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Salisone H Ointment 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Salisone H Ointment is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Salisone H Ointment safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Salisone for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Salisone H Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Salisone in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Salisone is unavailable.
What is the effect of Salisone H Ointment on the Kidneys?
Salisone rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Salisone H Ointment on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Salisone on the liver.
What is the effect of Salisone H Ointment on the Heart?
Side effects of Salisone rarely affect the heart.
Salisone H Ointment should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Salisone H Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salisone H Ointment habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Salisone H Ointment has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Salisone H Ointment
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Salisone H Ointment and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salisone H Ointment
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Salisone H Ointment with alcohol will be.
Yes, Salisone can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Salisone 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. Salisone 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, Salisone 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.
Salisone 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, Salisone is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at therapeutic doses such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
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