Betasone N Drop

This medication is for external use only. Take it in the portion and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the mark and leaflet present inside the box/pack for bearings before use. Hold the dropper near the eye without contacting it. Tenderly crush the dropper and spot the drug inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off additional fluid. Betasone N Drop might be dangerous to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Betasone N Drop is a blend of two drugs which are Betamethasone and Neomycin. Betamethasone is a steroidal drug which obstructs the production of prostaglandins that make the eye/ear red, swollen and itchy. Neomycin is an antibiotic medication which inhibits bacterial development in the eye/ear by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

This medication has some common adverse effects which can be extraordinary or extreme, relies on the clinical state of the patient. These responses could possibly happen reliably and some of them are remarkable anyway genuine. This is genuinely not an all out once-over and if you experience any of the below mentioned infection, contact your specialist immediately. Here are some antagonistic impacts of Betasone N Drop which are as per the following: Application site irritation.

• Eye Infection

• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Application Site Irritation

• 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 oral administration as it is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. It is subject to vary depending on the route of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The medication should not be consumed by breastfeeding mothers as there is a higher risk of side-effects on the infant. You are suggested to consult your doctor to discuss the potential benefits and risks before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Betasone N Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Benicort N 0.1%/0.5% Drop

  P & B Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

Betamethasone is a steroidal medication which obstructs the production of prostaglandins that make the eye/ear red, swollen and itchy. Neomycin is an antibiotic drug. It inhibits bacterial development in the eye/ear by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

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

  Amlodipine

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Taking these medicines together may reduce the efficacy of Amlodipine. You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of blood pressure levels while using them together.

  Mifepristone

  These medicines should not be used together. Combining them would significantly reduce the efficacy of betamethasone. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment in such cases.

  Warfarin

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment of warfarin based on the result of clotting time test performed. Any incidence of unusual bleeding and bruising, chest pain, loss of vision, swelling of arms and feet should be reported to the doctor immediately.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  Ethinyl estradiol can potentially reduce the efficacy of betamethasone. You may need a dose adjustment and special test to safely use these medicines together. Do no stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  Insulin

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment of the diabetic medicine and more frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels while using them together.

  Ciprofloxacin

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. The risks of adverse effects are significantly high especially in the elderly. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative. Any pain or swelling of the tendons in the ankle, shoulder, biceps etc should be reported immediately.

  BCG vaccine

  This medicine should not be used when you have taken a vaccine containing a live and attenuated strain of the bacteria or virus. Report any recent vaccine taken to the doctor so that suitable alternatives could be prescribed.

• Interaction with Disease

  Tuberculosis

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients who have recently recovered from tuberculosis. The risks of a relapse are significantly high and hence close monitoring of signs and symptoms is necessary.

  Electrolyte Imbalance

  This medicine is known to cause imbalances in the levels of minerals like calcium, potassium, and sodium in the body. Hence it should be administered with caution in patients with a pre-existing electrolyte imbalance disorder.

  Gastrointestinal Perforations

  This medicine is known to cause perforations and bleeding in the gut especially when high doses are consumed. Hence this medicine should be administered with caution in patients having a pre-existing perforation disorder of the stomach or intestine.

  Infections

  This medicine can suppress the immune system especially if the dose is high. This may increase the chances of contracting an infection or reduce the capacity to fight an infection. Hence, this medicine or corticosteroids, in general, should not be used in patients with active infections.

  Myocardial Infarction

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients who have recovered or are recovering from a recent heart attack.

  Ocular Herpes Infection

  This medicine should be used with caution if the patient is suffering from an eye infection caused by herpes simplex virus.

  Scleroderma

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from this disease where the skin and connective tissue beneath becomes hard and stiff.

  Threadworm Infection

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from an infection caused by threadworm (Strongyloides).

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.