Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream

This medication is composed of Betamethasone and Gentamicin. It belongs to the glucocorticoid class of medication and treats various bacterial skin infections including psoriasis and dermatitis. Being a corticosteroid, the cream works by decreasing inflammation and modifying the body's immune response to various conditions.

It stops bacterial growth on the skin by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. You are advised to not take this medication if you have allergy, systemic fungal infection or an active untreated infection.

• Skin Disorders

• Bacterial Infections

• Allergy

• Systemic Fungal Infection

• Active Untreated Infection

• Skin Itch

• Drying And Cracking Of Skin

• Acne

• Change In Skin Color

• Persistent Infections

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The time duration for which this medicine remains effective is subject to vary depending on the form and route of administration.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within a few minutes after administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medicine during pregnancy is not recommended unless absolutely necessary.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Use of this medicine while breastfeeding is not recommended.

• Missed Dose instructions

  Contact your doctor for instructions if you missed a scheduled dose of this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.

The drug is a potent glucocorticoid with minimal mineralocorticoid action. It decreases inflammation by inhibiting the migration of leukocytes and reduces the permeability of capillaries and inhibiting prostaglandins and other inflammatory mediators.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  The drug interacts with amlodipine, mifepristone, warfarin, ethinyl estradiol, insulin and ciprofloxacin.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  The drug should be avoided by those who suffer from tuberculosis, threadworm infection, myocardial infarction and gastrointestinal perforations.

• Ques : What is Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream?

  Ans : Betagel cream is a medication which has Betamethasone and Gentamicin as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by binding to 30 S ribosomal subunit, providing the ability to prevent the synthesis of the proteins, constricting the growth and reproduction of bacteria, constricting the inflammatory mediators.

• Ques : What are the uses of Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream?

  Ans : Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Bacterial infections, Psoriasis, Allergic disorders, Psoriasis of the scalp, Scalp psoriasis, Treatment of serious bacterial infections caused by pseudomonas aeruginosa, proteus species, escherichia coli, klebsiella species, enterobacter species, serratia species, citrobacter species and staphylococcus species, and Dermatological problems.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream?

  Ans : Increased appetite, Allergic, Burning, Itching, Irritation, Dryness, Folliculitis, Acneiform eruptions, Hypopigmentation, and Allergic contact dermatitis are possible side-effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream?

  Ans : Betagel 0.05%/0.1% Cream should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : Should I use Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is commonly used by applying it to the affected area.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

  Ans : Do not apply this medication more than its recommended usage, as then the body will absorb the medication more than the sufficient amount.

• Ques : Will Betagel G 0.05%/0.1% Cream be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : Excess usage of this medication can trigger side effects.