Betamethasone+neomycin
About
Betamethasone+neomycin is a dermatological medicine used to treat various bacterial skin infections. Bacterial skin infection occurs when bacteria penetrate through hair follicles or broken skin and cause infection. Symptoms include redness, pain, and tenderness of the skin, minor bumps or boils, rashes, blisters, cracked/dry skin, swelling, stinging or burning sensation, pus formation, and itching.
Betamethasone+neomycin contains Betamethasone and Neomycin. Betamethasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Thereby treats inflammation and itchiness caused by skin infections. Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Betamethasone+neomycin is for topical (for skin) use only. Common side effects of Betamethasone+neomycin include itching, dryness, and a burning sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor.
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Betamethasone+neomycin. Do not use Betamethasone+neomycin on open wounds, blisters and lesions. Please do not cover the affected areas with a dressing or bandage since it increases the side effects. If Betamethasone+neomycin gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina, rinse with cold water. Betamethasone+neomycin is not recommended for the treatment of diaper rash. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Betamethasone+neomycin.
Uses of Betamethasone+neomycin
Medicinal Benefits
Betamethasone+neomycin treats various bacterial skin infections, such as eczema (inflamed, itchy, cracked and rough skin patches), psoriasis (skin cells multiply rapidly to form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales), dermatitis (itchy inflammation of the skin), and insect bites. Betamethasone+neomycin also effectively treats prurigo nodularis (hard, itchy lumps on the skin), lichen simplex chronicus (scaling of the skin due to repetitive itching), lichen planus (swelling and irritation on the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes), seborrhoeic dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin mainly on the scalp), miliaria (prickly heat), anal and genital intertrigo (chaffing of the skin). Betamethasone+neomycin consists of Betamethasone (corticosteroid) and Neomycin (antibiotic). Betamethasone blocks prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Neomycin prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Betamethasone+neomycin
- Itching
- Dryness
- Localized pain on the skin
- Burning sensation at the application site
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Before using Betamethasone+neomycin, let your doctor know if you have a history of dehydration problems, cataract or glaucoma, diabetes, gastrointestinal diseases, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), hearing problems, chronic leg ulcers, liver and kidney diseases or allergic reactions to steroid medicines and antibiotics. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames since Betamethasone+neomycin can catch fire and burn easily. Avoid applying Betamethasone+neomycin on sunburns, lesions, blisters and open wounds. Do not wash the treated areas for a minimum of 3 hours after you apply Betamethasone+neomycin. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Betamethasone+neomycin is recommended for children above two years of age if prescribed by a doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Betamethasone+neomycin may interact with neuromuscular blocking agents, anti-HIV/AIDS drugs (ritonavir), and antifungals (itraconazole).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your doctor if you have a medical history before using this medicine. Betamethasone+neomycin is contraindicated in conditions such as perioral dermatitis (a rash around the mouth), viral skin infections, itching of genital and anal skin, yeast infections, and rosacea.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
safe if prescribedNo interactions were found. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
cautionIt is advised to consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Betamethasone+neomycin.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere are limited studies on how Betamethasone+neomycin affects breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Betamethasone+neomycin if you are breastfeeding. If you need to apply Betamethasone+neomycin on your breasts, don't do this shortly before giving a feed.
Driving
safe if prescribedBetamethasone+neomycin has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting Betamethasone+neomycin.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting Betamethasone+neomycin.
Children
cautionBetamethasone+neomycin is recommended for children above two years of age if prescribed by the doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Always wear loose-fitting clothes to avoid further sweat and spreading skin infection.
- Do not scratch the affected skin area as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
- Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
- Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
Special Advise
- It is advised to contact your doctor if the infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.
- Avoid contact of Betamethasone+neomycin with nose, mouth or eyes. If contact occurs accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial skin infection: Bacterial skin infection occurs when bacteria penetrate through hair follicles or broken skin and cause infection. Symptoms include redness, pain, and tenderness of the skin, minor bumps or boils, rashes, blisters, cracked/dry skin, swelling, stinging or burning sensation, pus formation, and itching. Bacterial skin infections are generally mild and can be treated using topical antibiotics. Sometimes, for a severe infection, an oral antibiotic may be required. Common bacterial infections include cellulitis (red and swollen skin), erysipelas (large patches on the skin), impetigo (red sores on the face), folliculitis (inflammation of hair follicles), and carbuncles (pus-filled bumps).
FAQs
Betamethasone+neomycin consists of Neomycin and Betamethasone. Neomycin prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Betamethasone works by blocking prostaglandins production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy.
Betamethasone+neomycin is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If Betamethasone+neomycin gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Betamethasone+neomycin unless advised by the doctor. Do not apply Betamethasone+neomycin on sunburns, open wounds, lesions and blisters.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Betamethasone+neomycin based on the severity of your infection. It is advised to use Betamethasone+neomycin only for the prescribed period since long-term usage of Betamethasone+neomycin may cause increased hair growth and weakening and thinning of the skin.
Betamethasone+neomycin is not recommended for use in diaper rash. Please use Betamethasone+neomycin under medical guidance if you have pituitary gland diseases, dehydration problems, chronic leg ulcers, cataract or glaucoma, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, hearing problems (ototoxicity), osteoporosis, muscle weakness, liver/kidney diseases, and Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels).
Betamethasone+neomycin is not recommended for use in acne treatment. It is also advised not to use Betamethasone+neomycin for a rash around the mouth (perioral dermatitis), viral skin infections, itching of genital and anal skin, yeast infections, and rosacea (small, red, pus-filled bumps on the face). Please seek a doctor's advice if you have any of these conditions.
Betamethasone+neomycin should be used with other topical medicines only if advised by the doctor. However, you are advised to maintain at least a three-hour gap between Betamethasone+neomycin and other topical medicine.
