Betnovate gm Ointment 20 gm
Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Prescription required
Uses of Betnovate gm Ointment 20 gm:
Bacterial infections, Fungal skin infections, Allergy symptoms
Composition of Betnovate gm Ointment 20 gm:
Gentamicin 0.1%w/w + Miconazole 2%w/w + Betamethasone 0.1%w/w
MRP:
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41.15
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Uses
Gentamicin is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections.
Miconazole is generally used in treatment of the treatment of fungal infections.
Betamethasone is generally used in treatment of the treatment of allergy symptoms.
Miconazole is generally used in treatment of the treatment of fungal infections.
Betamethasone is generally used in treatment of the treatment of allergy symptoms.
Side effects
- Application site reactions (burning
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Behavioural changes
- Burning sensation in eye
- Conjunctival hyperemia
- Conjunctivitis
- Dryness in mouth
- Eye irritation
- Eye redness
- Hearing loss
- Increased risk of infection
- Injection site pain
- irritation
- itching and redness)
- Loss of sense of taste
- Mood changes
- Nausea
- Renal disorder
- Skin thinning
- Taste change
- Vomiting
- Weight gain
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Miconazole is meant for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Miconazole is meant for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It makes the condition better and the bacterial growth is stopped by blocking the supply of essential proteins needed by the bacteria to harm the body.
Miconazole is a drug thats antifungal. It makes the condition better by destroying the fungal cell membrane resulting in the fungi to die.
Betamethasone is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Miconazole is a drug thats antifungal. It makes the condition better by destroying the fungal cell membrane resulting in the fungi to die.
Betamethasone is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Gentamicin a macrolide, steroid or a sulfa drug?
Gentamicin belongs to broad spectrum aminoglycoside. It is not a sulfa , macrolide or steroidal drug.
Q. Is Gentamicin nephrotoxic?
Gentamicin is a nephrotoxic drug and consultation with the doctor before intake of this drug is advisable.
Q. Is Gentamicin safe for babies?
Yes, Gentamicin is safe for babies if so it used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Does Gentamicin cause hearing loss or burn?
Gentamicin causes burning of eyes and inappropriate use of Gentamicin may cause hearing loss.
Q. Is Gentamicin used for pink eye?
Yes, Gentamicin is used in the treatment of pink eye (conjunctivitis). Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Gentamicin dialyze out?
Gentamicin is a dialyzable drug and it will be cleared during dialysis sessions.
Q. What organisms does Gentamicin cover?
Gentamicin is more effective towards pseudomonas, escherichia, enterobacter, klebsiella, staphylococcus, salmonella, serratia, and shigella species than the effect towards streptococci and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (mrsa).
Q. Does it cover anaerobes?
Gentamicin doesn't act towards anaerobes.
Q. Can Miconazole/ Monistat be used for conditions for BV (bacterial vaginosis), ring worms, and urinary tract infections?
Yes, Miconazole can be used for BV (bacterial vaginosis). It is used for treatment and prevention of fungal infections of the oral cavity, ring worms and superinfections due to gram-positive bacteria. Miconazole can be taken in rare fungal infections of the urinary tract
Q. Does Miconazole cause burning sensation?
Yes, burning sensation on the skin and vaginal burning are common side effects of Miconazole
Q. Does Miconazole cause dry skin?
No, Miconazole is not known to have the side effect to cause drying of skin
Q. Is Miconazole safe for babies?
Yes, Miconazole is safe for babies. It may be used in nappy rashes and oral fungal infections as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Miconazole a steroid?
No, Miconazole is not a steroid. It is an imidazole (organic compound) and belongs to class of antifungal agents
Q. Is Miconazole same as ketoconazole?
Both Miconazole and ketoconazole are antifungal medicines. However, they are prescribed for different type of fungal infections
Q. Can I take Miconazole with fluconazole?
Using two antifungal agents may have an additive effect and have pronounced side effects.
Q. Does Miconazole work for yeast infections?
Yes, Miconazole works for oral and vaginal yeast infections
Q. Does Miconazole expire?
Yes, antifungals like Miconazole have an expiry date. Read instruction on the pack for the date of expiry
Q. Is Miconazole an OTC (over the counter)?
No, Miconazole cannot be bought over the counter. It needs prescription of a qualified doctor.
Q. Is Betamethasone a steroid?
Betamethasonebelongs to a class of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids and is a glucocorticoid. These steroids are naturally synthesized in the body which helps maintain health and well-being.
Q. Is Betamethasone safe to use?
Betamethasone is safe to use if taken as per your doctors prescription.
Q. Does Betamethasone cause hair loss?
Hair loss is not observed with Betamethasone. However, it is found to cause excessive body hair growth for long-term use, especially in females. Do inform your doctor if you experience such side effects.
Q. Is Betamethasone an antibiotic?
Betamethasone is a glucocorticoid and not an antibiotic.
Q. Does Betamethasone work in retention edema?
Retention edema is not treated with Betamethasone. As a side effect glucocorticoids may cause salt and fluid retention causing edema or aggravating edema. The risk of inducing edema and hypertension is almost negligible as Betamethasone is not known to cause retention of salt and water.
Q. Is Betamethasone stronger than hydrocortisone?
Betamethasone and hydrocortisone belong to the same class of medications (i.e. corticosteroids) and produce almost similar pharmacological responses. The effect may vary based on the conditions and individual response. Always follow doctor’s advice regarding its use.
Q. Can I take Betamethasone with ibuprofen?
When corticosteroids and steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) like Ibuprofen are taken together there are high chances of developing gastrointestinal bleeding. Therefore, consult with your doctor when you take Betamethasone and any NSAID together.
Q. Does Betamethasone expire?
Obviously, Betamethasone expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date and its mandatory to check the expiry date mentioned on the pack before using any medicine.
Q. Does Betamethasone cause insomnia?
Insomnia can be caused by Betamethasone. When used this medication for a short period causes no side effects. However, inform your doctor if you notice any side effects with Betamethasone
Q. Does Betamethasone cause weight gain?
Betamethasone is said to cause weight gain if taken in high doses for a longer period of time or with repeated short courses. Do inform your doctor if you note weight gain after taking Betamethasone.
Q. Is Betamethasone a hydrocortisone?
Betamethasone belongs to the class of medicines called steroids (also known as corticosteroids) and is not a hydrocortisone.
Q. Is Betamethasone over the counter?
Betamethasone can be bought only with doctors prescription and it is not an OTC medicine.
Gentamicin belongs to broad spectrum aminoglycoside. It is not a sulfa , macrolide or steroidal drug.
Q. Is Gentamicin nephrotoxic?
Gentamicin is a nephrotoxic drug and consultation with the doctor before intake of this drug is advisable.
Q. Is Gentamicin safe for babies?
Yes, Gentamicin is safe for babies if so it used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.
Q. Does Gentamicin cause hearing loss or burn?
Gentamicin causes burning of eyes and inappropriate use of Gentamicin may cause hearing loss.
Q. Is Gentamicin used for pink eye?
Yes, Gentamicin is used in the treatment of pink eye (conjunctivitis). Please consult your doctor before use
Q. Does Gentamicin dialyze out?
Gentamicin is a dialyzable drug and it will be cleared during dialysis sessions.
Q. What organisms does Gentamicin cover?
Gentamicin is more effective towards pseudomonas, escherichia, enterobacter, klebsiella, staphylococcus, salmonella, serratia, and shigella species than the effect towards streptococci and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (mrsa).
Q. Does it cover anaerobes?
Gentamicin doesn't act towards anaerobes.
Q. Can Miconazole/ Monistat be used for conditions for BV (bacterial vaginosis), ring worms, and urinary tract infections?
Yes, Miconazole can be used for BV (bacterial vaginosis). It is used for treatment and prevention of fungal infections of the oral cavity, ring worms and superinfections due to gram-positive bacteria. Miconazole can be taken in rare fungal infections of the urinary tract
Q. Does Miconazole cause burning sensation?
Yes, burning sensation on the skin and vaginal burning are common side effects of Miconazole
Q. Does Miconazole cause dry skin?
No, Miconazole is not known to have the side effect to cause drying of skin
Q. Is Miconazole safe for babies?
Yes, Miconazole is safe for babies. It may be used in nappy rashes and oral fungal infections as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Miconazole a steroid?
No, Miconazole is not a steroid. It is an imidazole (organic compound) and belongs to class of antifungal agents
Q. Is Miconazole same as ketoconazole?
Both Miconazole and ketoconazole are antifungal medicines. However, they are prescribed for different type of fungal infections
Q. Can I take Miconazole with fluconazole?
Using two antifungal agents may have an additive effect and have pronounced side effects.
Q. Does Miconazole work for yeast infections?
Yes, Miconazole works for oral and vaginal yeast infections
Q. Does Miconazole expire?
Yes, antifungals like Miconazole have an expiry date. Read instruction on the pack for the date of expiry
Q. Is Miconazole an OTC (over the counter)?
No, Miconazole cannot be bought over the counter. It needs prescription of a qualified doctor.
Q. Is Betamethasone a steroid?
Betamethasonebelongs to a class of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids and is a glucocorticoid. These steroids are naturally synthesized in the body which helps maintain health and well-being.
Q. Is Betamethasone safe to use?
Betamethasone is safe to use if taken as per your doctors prescription.
Q. Does Betamethasone cause hair loss?
Hair loss is not observed with Betamethasone. However, it is found to cause excessive body hair growth for long-term use, especially in females. Do inform your doctor if you experience such side effects.
Q. Is Betamethasone an antibiotic?
Betamethasone is a glucocorticoid and not an antibiotic.
Q. Does Betamethasone work in retention edema?
Retention edema is not treated with Betamethasone. As a side effect glucocorticoids may cause salt and fluid retention causing edema or aggravating edema. The risk of inducing edema and hypertension is almost negligible as Betamethasone is not known to cause retention of salt and water.
Q. Is Betamethasone stronger than hydrocortisone?
Betamethasone and hydrocortisone belong to the same class of medications (i.e. corticosteroids) and produce almost similar pharmacological responses. The effect may vary based on the conditions and individual response. Always follow doctor’s advice regarding its use.
Q. Can I take Betamethasone with ibuprofen?
When corticosteroids and steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) like Ibuprofen are taken together there are high chances of developing gastrointestinal bleeding. Therefore, consult with your doctor when you take Betamethasone and any NSAID together.
Q. Does Betamethasone expire?
Obviously, Betamethasone expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date and its mandatory to check the expiry date mentioned on the pack before using any medicine.
Q. Does Betamethasone cause insomnia?
Insomnia can be caused by Betamethasone. When used this medication for a short period causes no side effects. However, inform your doctor if you notice any side effects with Betamethasone
Q. Does Betamethasone cause weight gain?
Betamethasone is said to cause weight gain if taken in high doses for a longer period of time or with repeated short courses. Do inform your doctor if you note weight gain after taking Betamethasone.
Q. Is Betamethasone a hydrocortisone?
Betamethasone belongs to the class of medicines called steroids (also known as corticosteroids) and is not a hydrocortisone.
Q. Is Betamethasone over the counter?
Betamethasone can be bought only with doctors prescription and it is not an OTC medicine.
Expert Advice
- If you have inflammation of the middle ear (otitis media), kidney or liver problem, open wound or damaged skin.If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.If you experience itching, skin rashes, swelling of face, lips, throat or difficulty in breathing.
- Your doctor has prescribed Miconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Betamethasone is used to treat a variety of conditions that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.Betamethasone 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 throat.Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Betamethasone. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.Do not stop taking Betamethasone suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Product Details
SKU: PC-7440
Product Description: Betnovate gm Ointment 20 gm is manufactured by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing: Tube
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Betnovate gm Ointment 20 gm is manufactured by Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing: Tube
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
