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Betamethasone Valerate 0.1% Ointment
What is Betamethasone Valerate and what is it used for?
Betamethasone Valerate belongs to a class of medications known as topical corticosteroids, which work to reduce inflammation, itching, and redness of the skin.
It is used to treat certain skin conditions, such as eczema (a common skin disorder that causes itchy, red skin) and some types of dermatitis. It is available as an ointment and a cream that is applied to the skin.
Do not use Betamethasone Valerate:
If you are allergic to betamethasone valerate, any other corticosteroid, or any of the ingredients in this product.
If the package is torn or tampered with.
If the expiry date on the carton has passed.
If you experience an allergic reaction or skin irritation when using this cream/ointment.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
If you have other skin problems (such as fungal or bacterial skin infections, anal or genital itching, cold sores, shingles, chickenpox, tuberculosis, skin ulcers, acne, or perioral dermatitis).Using this medication for other skin disorders may worsen your condition. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.If you have poor circulation in the area of the skin (to prevent skin ulcers).In children younger than 1 year of age, unless directed by your doctor.
Warnings and Precautions:
Stop taking this medication immediately and talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any allergic or skin reactions to any of the ingredients in this cream/ointment, such as skin itching, redness, shortness of breath, rash, swelling of the face or neck, low blood pressure, or dizziness.
This medication is for external topical use only. Do not swallow this product.
Avoid contact of the cream/ointment with your lips, eyes, mouth, and sensitive areas of the neck and corners of your nose to avoid irritation.In case of accidental contact, be sure to rinse the area well with warm water and then dry it.
Talk to your doctor immediately if you or your child experience any vision problems (such as blurred vision).Be sure not to use any occlusive dressings if you have a skin infection.
Talk to your doctor before starting this medication if you are allergic to any other medications, dyes, foods, or preservatives;if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to breastfeed; or if you have any other health problems (especially if you have an infection).
Be sure to tell your healthcare providers that you are using this medication.
Talk to your doctor if your skin condition worsens, becomes inflamed, or does not improve.
Talk to your doctor if you are not using this product as directed to ensure that they do not switch you to another treatment because they think this medication does not work for you.
Do not share this medication with anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms. Do not use tight diapers or plastic pants if this product will be used in the diaper area of an infant.
Do not place this medication under tight clothing to avoid skin thinning.
Do not use this medication for a long period of time over large areas to prevent excessive absorption and subsequent unwanted side effects.
Do not use this product for other purposes.
Possible Side Effects:
Possible side effects include allergic reactions (such as rash, itching, swelling, blisters, or peeling of the skin, a bumpy rash, wheezing, swelling of the eyelids, lips, face, and mouth, chest tightness, fainting, and difficulty breathing), rash around the mouth, increased hair growth, heat rash, acne, skin discoloration, stretch marks or lines on the skin, and damage to hair follicles.
Common side effects include itching, dry skin, redness, and burning. Other side effects (which are more likely to occur with prolonged use of this product on large areas of skin, especially if applied under tight bandages) include stomach ulcers, delayed wound healing, high blood pressure, eye problems (such as increased pressure in the eye known as glaucoma, cataracts, and blurred vision), increased risk of infection, acne, excessive facial and body hair growth, muscle weakness, and excess fluid in the body.
Other Medications and Betamethasone Valerate:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have recently used, are using, or might use any other medications, including topical products (such as creams, lotions, and ointments).
How to Use Betamethasone Valerate:
Adults
Apply a thin layer of the cream/ointment and gently massage it into the affected area as directed by your doctor.
Children
This medication is not recommended for use in children unless directed by your doctor.
If so, your doctor should closely monitor your child for any unwanted side effects.
Directions for Use:
Wash and dry your hands before and after using the cream/ointment (do not wash your hands after use if using it on your hands).
Be sure to replace the cap on the tube after using the cream/ointment to avoid leakage.
Be sure to follow your healthcare provider's instructions.
Be sure to keep the cream/ointment away from your eyes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse your eyes thoroughly with running water for at least 10 minutes.
Be sure not to apply the cream/ointment under a bandage or plaster to prevent excessive absorption of the medication and subsequent unwanted side effects.
Do not use this cream/ointment on your face unless directed by your doctor. If your skin condition does not improve after a week, be sure to contact your doctor immediately.
Do not use this cream/ointment on skin wounds, large areas of skin, or in skin folds (such as the back of the knee) unless directed by your doctor.
Avoid using this cream/ointment
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