Bet-A may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Ple...
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bet-A is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE
Bet-A does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bet-A is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bet-A may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised wh...
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Bet-A in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Bet-A 500mcg Tablet
Introduction
Bet-A is a steroid. It is used in the treatment of inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses. It is also used to treat many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system....
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Uses of Bet-A
Allergic conditions
Side effects of Bet-A
Common
Reduction in bone density
Upset stomach
How to use Bet-A
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bet-A may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Bet-A with dietary sodium.
How Bet-A works
Bet-A is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
What if you forget to take Bet-A?
If you miss a dose of Bet-A, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Bet-A can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at same time every day.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Bet-A can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore thro...
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Do not stop taking Bet-A suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Oral
Allergic and inflammatory disorders
Adult: 0.5-5 mg daily.
Child Dose
Oral
Allergic and inflammatory disorders
Child: For inflammatory conditions: <12 yr: 0.0175-0.125 mg base/kg daily, dose may be divided every 6-12 h...
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Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; systemic fungal or acute infections.
Mode of Action
Betamethasone is a corticosteroid with mainly glucocorticoid activity. It prevents and controls inflammation by controlling the rate of protein synthe...
>10% (selected)
Blurred vision,Increased appetite,Indigestion,Nervousness
1-10%
Itching
Frequency Not Defined (selected)
Arthralgia,Cataracts...
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Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: systemically administered corticosteroids enter breast milk and could suppress growth, interfere with endogenous c...
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Interaction
Increased hyperglycaemia and hypokalaemia with thiazide diuretics. Increased incidence of peptic ulcer or GI bleeding with concurrent NSAIDs admin. Re...
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