Betamethasone 0.1% Cream 15g

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Betamethasone

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine can be supplied by the pharmacists without a prescription under certain conditions. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine with Exemptions'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

This medicine is applied to the skin to relieve skin conditions like swelling, redness, inflammation, itch and allergic reactions.

DIRECTIONS:

Apply this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor/pharmacist or according to the instructions on the label. Do not use more or less than instructed. This medication is for external use only. Follow these steps: 1. Steroid creams and ointments (topical steroids) should only be applied directly to the affected areas of the skin. Follow the instructions on your medicine label for information on how often you should apply the topical steroid. 2. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and stop using when there are no more symptoms. Applying too much topical steroid may increase the risk of getting side effects, while using too little may decrease the effectiveness of the medication. 3. Do not bandage or cover the area after applying the medicine unless directed otherwise directed. Occlusive dressing (airtight covering) may increase the amount of steroid absorbed through the skin and increase the risk of side effects. 4. One fingertip unit (FTU) is the amount of cream or ointment, squeezed out of a tube (with a standard 5 mm nozzle), from the tip of an adult’s index finger to the first crease of that finger. 5. One FTU (about 0.5 grams) is enough to treat an area of skin two times the size of the adult’s hand. You may use this as a guide to decide the correct amount of cream or ointment to apply on the affected area. 6. A single 15 grams tube of cream or ointment contains about 30 FTUs. Topical steroids are different in their effectiveness. Stronger steroids should be avoided on parts of the body where the skin is thinner or more delicate such as the face. If you need to use different types of topical steroids, follow the instructions on the medication labels. The instructions will give you information on which part of the body the topical steroids can be used on.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication can cause the following side effects: - Thinning of the skin, reddish stretch marks and acne can occur if too much topical steroids are used incorrectly for a long period of time. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe