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Betamethasone Valerate Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Betamethasone valerate 0.1%; crm; oint; lotion.
Pharmacological Class
Glucocorticoid.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Betamethasone Valerate Indications
Indications
Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Betamethasone Valerate Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Apply thin film to affected area 1–3 times daily. Lotion: Apply and massage a few drops to affected area twice daily (AM & PM).
Betamethasone Valerate Contraindications
Not Applicable
Betamethasone Valerate Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Betamethasone Valerate Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Treat infection if present; discontinue if infection persists or worsens. Do not use near eyes, or on diaper dermatitis or pre-existing skin atrophy. Avoid abrupt cessation in chronic use. Systemic absorption increased by broken or inflamed skin, prolonged use, application to large surface area, or use of occlusive dressings. Discontinue or reduce dose or potency if HPA axis suppression, Cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia, glucosuria, or irritation occurs. Use lowest effective dose and potency (esp. in children). Do not use continuously or for prophylaxis. Reevaluate periodically. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Betamethasone Valerate Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Betamethasone Valerate Interactions
Not Applicable
Betamethasone Valerate Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria; HPA axis suppression (esp. in children).
Betamethasone Valerate Clinical Trials
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Betamethasone Valerate Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Valisone.
Betamethasone Valerate Patient Counseling
See Literature
