Betnovate S Ointment (Betamethasone 0.1% / Salicylic Acid 3%)

Medical Description

Betnovate-S ointment is a combination medicine containing Betamethasone and Salicylic acid. Betnovate-S cream is used for the treatment of skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and other dry, scaly conditions of the skin. Betametasone works by decreasing swelling, redness and itchiness at the site of application by blocking chemicals responsible for swelling, redness and itchiness. Salicylic acid works by removing and shedding dead cells from the top layer of skin by increasing skin moisture resulting in a decrease in scaling and dryness. Itching, burning sensation, pain, irritation, dryness or unwanted scaling at the site of application are side effects of using this medicine.

uses

Betnovate-S ointment is used for the treatment of skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and other dry, scaly conditions of the skin.

Contraindications of Betnovate S Oint 20gm

If you are allergic to Betamethasone, Salicylic acid or any other ingredients of Betnovate-S ointment.
If you have a skin condition called rosacea, acne vulgaris.
If you have itching of skin without scaling of the skin.
If you have itching over the genital area and around the anal area.
If you have a skin infection over the area around the mouth.
If you have a viral infection of the skin such as chickenpox infection or herpes infection.
If you have a fungal or bacterial infection of the skin.
If you are using this medicine for the treatment of skin ulcers.
Betnovate-S Ointment should not be used in children less than 1 year of age.

Side effects of Betnovate S Oint 20gm

Itching, burning sensation, pain, irritation, dryness, unwanted scaling at the site of application.

Mode of Action of Betnovate S Oint 20gm
How Does It Work?
Betametasone works by decreasing swelling, redness and itchiness at the site of application by blocking chemicals responsible for swelling, redness and itchiness. Salicylic acid works by removing and …

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Directions for Use of Betnovate S Oint 20gm

Use Betnovate-S ointment as directed by your doctor.
For external use only, apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.

interactions

Interactions with other medicines
Since Betnovate-S Ointment is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, you should always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines fo…
Some medicines may interfere with Betnovate-S such as Ritonavir (a medicine for the treatment of HIV) and Itraconazole (a medicine for the treatment of fungal infections).

Storage and disposal of Betnovate S Oint 20gm

Store Betnovate-S Ointment at a temperature not above 25°C in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets. Do not freeze.

Dosage of Betnovate S Oint 20gm

Overdose
Betnovate-S Ointment is meant for external application only, therefore cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have applied extra quantities of it wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed applying Betnovate-S Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. Do not over-apply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.