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Salisone is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment, Lotion. The alternative uses of Salisone have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Salisone. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Salisone are Skin Rash. While these are the most often observed Salisone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Salisone are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Salisone has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Salisone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Salisone related warnings section.
Salisone 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 Salisone contraindications section.
Besides this, Salisone may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Salisone is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Salisone 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 is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Salisone 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 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 on the Kidneys?
Salisone rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Salisone on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Salisone on the liver.
What is the effect of Salisone on the Heart?
Side effects of Salisone rarely affect the heart.
Salisone 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salisone habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Salisone has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Salisone
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Salisone and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salisone
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Salisone 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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