What is betamethasone used to treat?

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What is betamethasone used to treat?

Betamethasone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as allergic reactions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, and problems caused by low adrenal gland hormone levels. Betamethasone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the storage temperature for betamethasone?

Betamethasone oral soln should be protected from light and stored in well-closed containers at a temp <40 °C, preferably between 15 and 30 °C. Betamethasone sodium phosphate injection should be protected from light and stored at a temp <40 °C, preferably between 15 and 30 °C; freezing should be avoided.
Is there a generic version of betamethasone ointment?
It is available as a generic medication. In the United States, the pills and injectable solutions are more expensive than the cream. Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that is available as a pill, by injection, and as an ointment, cream, lotion, gel, or aerosol (spray) for the skin, and a foam for the scalp.
When should I Call my doctor if I have betamethasone toxicity?
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve during this time. To use betamethasone topical, apply a small amount of ointment, cream, solution, gel, or lotion to cover the affected area of skin with a thin even film and rub it in gently.

How long do betamethasone injections last?

Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that is available as a pill, by injection, and as an ointment, cream, lotion, gel, or aerosol (spray) for the skin, and a foam for the scalp. When given by injection, anti-inflammatory effects begin in around two hours and last for seven days.

What happens if you take too much betamethasone?

High doses or long-term use of steroid medicine can lead to thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex. What should I avoid while receiving betamethasone?