Betamethasone (bay-ta-METH-a-sone) Valerate

Betamethasone, a corticosteroid, is used in the treatment of allergic reactions,itching,swelling and redness.

Use exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.

Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.

If you need to cover the treated aread consult your health care professional and follow as directed.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

painful red/pus filled blisters in hair follicles
sunburn(more likely especially on the face)
mild burning/itching/irritation of the skin
allergic reactions(skin rash/itching/hives)
increased redness/scaling of the skin
burning/itching of the skin(constant)
lack of healing of skin condition
swelling of the face/lips/tongue
dark red spots on the skin
thinning of the skin
easy bruising
infection
dry skin

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

any other skin product

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Do not treat yourself with OTC medication whilst on a course with this medication, without consulting with your health care professional.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

if you are exposed to anyone with measles/chickenpox
large areas of burned/damaged skin
skin wasting/thinning
cataracts
diabetes
acne
glaucoma
rosacea acne
active infection of any type
if you get sores/blisters that do not heal properly

Do not double applications to make up for a missed application. Consult your health care professional about your missed application.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store in a cool dry place, away from heat and moisture.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.