Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops_5ml
Manufacturer: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine composition: Betamethasone, Neomycin
Prescription: required
Description:
Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops belonging to the glucocorticoid class of medication, acts as a steroid. It treats various rheumatic disorders such as systemic lupus erythematous and rheumatoid arthritis. Many skin diseases including psoriasis and dermatitis, allergic conditions such as angioedema and asthma, certain blood disorders, certain eye and skin conditions. Multiple sclerosis, crohn's disease and leukaemia can also be treated with Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops. It can be administered into the body orally, in the form of an injection or applied as a cream. Being a corticosteroid, it works by decreasing inflammation and modifying the body's immune response to various conditions.
You are advised to not take this medication if you have allergy, systemic fungal infection or an active untreated infection. Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops can interact with a few other medicines so inform your doctor if you take amlodipine, mifepristone, warfarin, ethinyl, estradiol, insulin, ciprofloxacin, BCG vaccine. Also inform your doctor if you suffer from tuberculosis, electrolytic imbalance, gastrointestinal perforations, infections, myocardial infarction, ocular herpes infection, scleroderma or threadworm infection. This medicine is not recommended to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless absolutely required, in which case breastfeeding should be discontinued.
Serious side effects may include an increased risk of infection, severe allergic reactions, muscle weakness, and psychosis. Using Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops for a long time can cause adrenal insufficiency. Discontinuing the medication suddenly after a long-term use may be dangerous. The cream commonly results in skin irritation and increased hair growth.
Take Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops as instructed by the doctor. Your dosage duration, timings, forms and other attributes can vary depending on the medical condition and hence following instructions are necessary to ensure this medicine is safe and effective to use.
Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. It is advicable to consult a Dermatologist before using this medicine.
Uses:
- Allergy and inflammation
This medicine is used to reduce or prevent swelling and irritation associated with conditions like asthma, colitis etc.
- Joint inflammation
This medicine is used to relieve swelling and pain associated with diseases like arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, gout etc.
- Eye inflammation
This medicine is used to relieve swelling, irritation, burning of the eye caused due to infections, allergy, exposure to chemicals etc.
- Skin disorders
This medicine is used to relieve swelling, itching, redness, and burning associated with various allergic skin conditions like pruritus, pemphigus vulgaris, seborrhoeic dermatitis etc.
Side Effects:
In addition to its intended effect, Betnesol-N Eye/Ear Drops may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.
- Blurred vision- Major Rare
- Increased appetite- Moderate Less Common
- Indigestion- Minor Less Common
- Anxiety and nervousness- Moderate Less Common
- Skin itch- Minor Rare
- Drying and cracking of skin- Minor Less Common
- Acne- Minor Common
- Change in skin color- Minor Common
- Persistent infections- Major Less Common
- Irregular menstrual periods- Moderate Rare
- Depression- Moderate Less Common
- Growth retardation in children- Moderate Less Common
- Hoarseness of voice- Minor Common
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