Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate
About
Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is a dermatological medicine primarily used to treat 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), melasma (brown patches on the face) and insect bites. Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is also used to treat prurigo nodularis (hard, itchy lumps on the skin), lichen simplex chronicus (scaling of the skin due to repetitive itching), lichen planus (swelling and irritation in the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes), seborrhoeic dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin mainly on the scalp), miliaria (prickly heat), and anal and genital intertrigo (chaffing of the skin). Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness.
Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is composed of Betamethasone (corticosteroid), Neomycin (antibiotic), and Zinc sulfate (antiseptic and astringent). Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. It treats inflammation and itchiness caused by eczema and psoriasis. Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic and prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Zinc sulfate is antiseptic and astringent. It is topically used for healing skin wounds and ulcers. It sulfate cleanses the skin, tightens pores, and reduces oil production. It also has peeling and antioxidant effects.
Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Common side effects of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate include itching, dryness, and burning sensation at the application site, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. These side effects are temporary and gradually resolve over time.
Do not use topical Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate on open wounds, blisters and lesions. Please do not cover the affected areas with a dressing or bandage since it increases the side effects. Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is not recommended for use in diaper rash. Let your doctor know if you have diabetes, Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels), pituitary gland diseases, cataract and glaucoma, dehydration, hearing problems (ototoxicity), osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), muscle weakness, kidney and gastrointestinal disorders before using Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate.
Uses of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate
Medicinal Benefits
Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate treats various bacterial skin infections, such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, melasma, and insect bites. It consists of Betamethasone, Neomycin, and Zinc sulfate. Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that blocks prostaglandins' production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. It relieves the inflammation and itchiness caused by eczema and psoriasis. Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Zinc sulfate is antiseptic and astringent that heals skin wounds and ulcers. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and relieves the redness, irritation and scars caused by acne. It has peeling and antioxidant effects and cleanses the skin, tightens pores, and reduces oil production.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate
- Itching
- Dryness
- Burning sensation at the application site
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not cover the affected areas with occlusive dressings while using Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate. Avoid applying Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate on the sunburns, lesions, blisters and open wounds. Do not wash the treated areas for a minimum of 3 hours after you apply Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate. Let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant, are already pregnant or are a lactating mother before using Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate. This medicine is recommended for children only with a doctor's advice.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate may interact with drugs treating HIV/AIDS (cobicistat), fluid retention drugs (furosemide), drugs treating acid reflux (esomeprazole), and other corticosteroids.
Drug-Food Interaction: No drug-food interactions found/ established. However, avoiding fatty foods, alcohol, and caffeine can effectively manage bacterial infections.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to medicines, pituitary gland diseases, dehydration problems, cataract or glaucoma, diabetes, gastrointestinal disorders, hearing problems (ototoxicity), osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), muscle weakness, liver and kidney diseases before taking Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate. Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is contradicted in a rash around the mouth (perioral dermatitis), fungal infections (ringworm or athlete's foot), viral infections (herpes or chickenpox), itching of genital and anal skin, yeast infections, and rosacea.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
safe if prescribedNo interactions were found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate.
Pregnancy
cautionIt is advised to consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult your doctor before taking Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate if you are breastfeeding. If you need to apply the cream/ointment on your breasts, don't do this shortly before giving a feed.
Driving
safe if prescribedBetamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate 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+zinc Sulfate.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate.
Children
cautionBetamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is not recommended for children below two years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
- Always wear loose-fitting clothes to avoid further sweat and the spread of skin infection.
- Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent bacterial infections.
- Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bed sheets, 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
- Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly since Betamethasone in Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate can cause a rise in blood sugar levels in diabetic patients.
- It is advised to keep a check on your cortisol levels with an 8 AM morning cortisol test since a longer period of usage of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate may cause Cushing's syndrome and adrenal suppression.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial skin infection: Bacterial skin infection occurs when bacteria penetrate through hair follicles or the skin breaks and infect the skin. Symptoms include redness, pain, tenderness of the skin, minor bumps or boils, rashes, blisters, cracked/dry skin, swelling, stinging or burning sensation, pus formation, and itching.
Eczema: It is a condition in which skin patches become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough. Psoriasis: It is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply and form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales. Dermatitis: It is a skin condition that causes itchy, dry skin or a rash on swollen, reddened skin. Melasma: It is a pigmentation disorder that causes brown or grey patches to appear on the skin, primarily on the face.
FAQs
Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate consists of Betamethasone, Neomycin, and Zinc sulfate. Collectively, Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate works by killing the bacteria that cause infection and relieves the inflammation and itchiness caused due to various skin infections like eczema, psoriasis, melasma, insect bites, and dermatitis.
When used for longer periods, Betamethasone in Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate gets absorbed in the blood circulation and can cause adrenal suppression and Cushing's syndrome. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate based on the severity of your infection. It is advised to use Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate only for the prescribed period since long term usage of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate on the skin may cause increased hair growth, and weakening and thinning of the skin.
Betamethasone in Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is not recommended for use in diaper rash, diabetes, Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels), pituitary gland diseases, cataract and glaucoma. Neomycin is not recommended for dehydration, hearing problems (ototoxicity), osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), muscle weakness, kidney, and gastrointestinal diseases. Hence, please consult your doctor before starting Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate.
Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate is not recommended for use in fungal infections (ringworm or athlete's foot), viral infections (herpes or chickenpox), rash around the mouth (perioral dermatitis), itching of genital and anal skin, yeast infections, and rosacea (small, red, pus-filled bumps on the face). Please seek doctor advice if you have any of these conditions.
Please do not stop using Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate on your own even if the symptoms are relieved. Your symptoms may improve before the skin infection is completely cured. Continue the usage of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate until your course advised by the doctor is finished.
