Betnovate-C Cream
Betamethasone (0.1% w/w) + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) (3% w/w)
by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
tube of 30 gm Cream
About this medicine
Betnovate-C Cream is a combination of two different medicines. It is used in the treatment of bacterial and fungal infections of the skin. It also helps to treat inflammatory skin conditions by relieving symptoms like redness, swelling, and itching. Betnovate-C Cream is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.). Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition.
Uses
- Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
- Treatment of Fungal skin infections
- Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Benefits
In treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Betnovate-C Cream is a combination medicine which works by stopping the growth of infection causing bacteria on your skin. It stops the growth of the infection causing bacteria and also prevents their multiplication. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.
How it works
Betnovate-C Cream is a combination of two medicines: Betamethasone and Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin), which treats skin infections. Betamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is an antibiotic with additional antifungal action. It works by preventing the growth and multiplication of the both bacteria and fungi.
How to use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Common side effects
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Safety advice
- AlcoholNONE
- No interaction found/established
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Betnovate-C Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Betnovate-C Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingNONE
- No interaction found/established
- KidneyNONE
- No interaction found/established
- LiverNONE
- No interaction found/established
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Betnovate-C Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Derma
Frequently asked questions
How to use Betnovate-C Cream?
Betnovate-C Cream should be used as advised by the doctor or as per the instructions on the label of the medicine. Apply a thin layer of Betnovate-C Cream to cover the affected areas. The dose would depend on the condition for which it is prescribed. Wash your hands after using Betnovate-C Cream unless it is used for treating infection of the hands. Avoid contact with the eyes.
What precautions should I take while using Betnovate-C Cream?
Do not use Betnovate-C Cream for longer periods of time than advised especially on the face as it may cause thinning of the skin. If it has to be applied over the eyelids, make sure it does not get into your eyes. Unless told by your doctor, do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side-effects. This medicine should only be used by the patient and never be given to other people even if their condition appears to be the same.
What would happen if I use a higher than the recommended dose of Betnovate-C Cream and for long periods?
The dosage and duration of using Betnovate-C Cream should be strictly according to the doctor’s advice. This medicine when used in higher doses and for longer periods can get absorbed in the blood and cause adrenal suppression and Cushing's syndrome. It can cause weight gain, high blood pressure and rounding of the face. Its application can cause a change in color of skin at the site of application. Veins beneath the skin become visible because of the thinning and weakening of the skin. There could also be an increased hair growth. If you experience an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Can I stop taking Betnovate-C Cream when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop using Betnovate-C Cream and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
What are the instructions for the storage of Betnovate-C Cream?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Salt composition
- Betamethasone (0.1% w/w) + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) (3% w/w)
- Pack
- tube of 30 gm Cream
- Dosage form
- Cream
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.