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Betasalic Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines. Betasalic Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Betasalic Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Betasalic Cream are Skin Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Betasalic Cream as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Betasalic Cream 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 Betasalic Cream has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Betasalic Cream related warnings talks about Betasalic Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Betasalic Cream is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Scleroderma, Tuberculosis (TB) as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Betasalic Cream contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Betasalic Cream have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Betasalic Cream is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Betasalic Cream 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 Betasalic Cream safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Betasalic. It is best to stop taking Betasalic immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Betasalic Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Betasalic does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Betasalic Cream on the Kidneys?
Betasalic rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Betasalic Cream on the Liver?
Side effects of Betasalic rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Betasalic Cream on the Heart?
Side effects of Betasalic rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Betasalic Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Betasalic Cream habit forming or addictive?
Betasalic Cream is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Betasalic Cream since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Betasalic Cream is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Betasalic Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Betasalic Cream
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Betasalic Cream together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Betasalic Cream
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Betasalic Cream and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Betasalic 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.
Yes, Betasalic 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 Betasalic.
No, Betasalic 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 Betasalic 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.
No, Betasalic Should not be stopped or discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine. Suddenly stopping Betasalic 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.
Yes, long-term use of Betasalic 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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