Generic Name - Betamethasone
Category - Antifungal-corticosteroid medication.
Indications
Fungus infection
Generic Beta-Val is indicated to treat fungus infections. It works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth. Beta-Val, being a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid), is used to help relieve redness, swelling, itching, and other discomfort of fungus infections.
Generic for Beta-val Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Beta-Val is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or to any fungal infections that attack the body.
Generic Beta-Val should not be taken by patients who have a medical problems related to history of the following ailment conditions.
Diaper dermatitis
Skin diseases
Herpes
vaccinia
varicella
Other virus infections of the skin
Tuberculosis of the skin
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Beta-Val. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Antiinflammatory drugs
Aspirin
Barbiturate medicines
bosentan
carbamazepine
female hormones, including contraceptive or birth pills.
Heart medicines
medicines for diabetes
medicines that improve muscle tone or strength.
Phenytoin
rifampin
vaccins and immunization products
water pills.
Generic for Beta-val Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericBeta-Val
Application of a thin film of Generic Beta-Val to the affected skin areas should be done once or twice daily.
Generic for Beta-val Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Beta-Val side Effects include severe skin rash, difficulty breathing or swallowing, wheezing and skin infection (redness, swelling, or oozing pus).
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Beta-Val.
Generic for Beta-val and Pregnancy
Studies indicate that the use of Generic Beta-Val during pregnancy may cause some birth defects in the fetus. Thefore, it should not be used on large areas of the skin, in large amounts, or for a long time in pregnant patients. Before using this medicine, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you may become pregnant.
Generic for Beta-val and Breastfeeding
Generic Beta-Val can get secreted in breast milk and cause birth defects in nursing infants. Therefore, it is recommened not to continue Generic Beta-Val while breast feeding .
Generic for Beta-val and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Beta-Val in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Beta-val and Geriatric
Studies indicate that use of Generic Beta-Val by Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects. Consult your doctor for medical opinion.
Note
The above information about Generic Beta-Val serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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