Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream is a prescription medicine. Other than this, Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream include Skin Rash. Some other side effects of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream 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.
In addition, Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream related warnings section.
Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream in conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream safe for pregnant women?
Betamethasone + Neomycin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Betamethasone + Neomycin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Betamethasone + Neomycin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream on the Liver?
Using Betamethasone + Neomycin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream on the Heart?
You can take Betamethasone + Neomycin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream 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 Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream habit forming or addictive?
Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream
Taking Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream
Information about the interaction of Betamethasone + Neomycin Cream and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, long-term use of Betamethasone + Neomycin may cause low potassium level in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.
Yes, Betamethasone + Neomycin 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 Betamethasone + Neomycin as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Betamethasone + Neomycin can be taken with an antibiotic. Taking Betamethasone + Neomycin with a certain antibiotic (Clarithromycin) can treat H.Pylori associated stomach infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Yes, Betamethasone + Neomycin 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 Betamethasone + Neomycin.
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