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.
Bacterial skin infections, eczema, psoriasis, melasma, dermatitis, and insect bites.
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.
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-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.
No interactions were found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using BETAMETHASONE+NEOMYCIN+ZINC SULFATE.
It is advised to consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or are already pregnant before starting BETAMETHASONE+NEOMYCIN+ZINC SULFATE.
Please 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.
BETAMETHASONE+NEOMYCIN+ZINC SULFATE has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting BETAMETHASONE+NEOMYCIN+ZINC SULFATE.
Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting BETAMETHASONE+NEOMYCIN+ZINC SULFATE.
BETAMETHASONE+NEOMYCIN+ZINC SULFATE is not recommended for children below two years of age.
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.