BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is a dermatological medication primarily used to treat fungal infections, such as ringworm, jock itch (red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infections between toes). Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin. Symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, irritation, redness, and scaling of the skin. Show
BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is composed of two medicines: Betamethasone (steroid) and clotrimazole (antifungal). Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections, such as vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, and ringworm. Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. It is also used to treat athlete’s foot and jock itch. Betamethasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids, which block prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Take BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical conditions. You may experience itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site, thinning of the skin, skin peeling. Most of these side effects of BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE or any other medications. Do not put dressing or bandage on the affected area since it increases the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if you have other skin infections and liver disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE. If nursing mothers apply BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE to their breasts for treatment, it is advised to wash the affected area thoroughly before breastfeeding the baby. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is not recommended for children below 17 years of age. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines. Uses of BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLEFungal skin infection, Ringworm, jock itch (red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body), Athlete’s foot (fungal infections between toes). Medicinal BenefitsBETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is used to treat fungal infections, such as fungal infections, ringworm, jock itch (red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infections between toes). BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is a composition of two medicines: Betamethasone (steroid) and clotrimazole (antifungal). Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections, such as vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, and ringworm. Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. It is also used to treat athlete’s foot and jock itch. Betamethasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids, which block prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Directions for UseBETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is available in the form of cream. Apply a thin layer of cream or lotion with clean and dry hands on the skin's affected areas. You can also apply BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Gently rub the medicine into the skin until it is disappeared. StorageStore in a cool and dry place away from sunlight Side Effects of BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE
In-Depth Precautions and WarningDrug WarningsBETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is not for oral, ophthalmic (eye), or intravaginal use. Do not use topical BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE on open wounds, blisters, and lesions. Do not put dressing or bandage on the affected area since it increases the risk of side effects. Please check with your doctor before using BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE, if you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure), cataract, liver disease, and skin reaction. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE may increase the sugar level in blood and urine, inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE. Topical use of corticosteroids (Betamethasone) may sometimes cause systemic immunosuppression while treating infections. This condition may worsen the infections, hence BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE should be carefully used with patients with active infections. Do not use BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE for treating diaper rash since Betamethasone can cause adrenal suppression, Cushing's syndrome (high cortisol levels), and intracranial hypertension (increased pressure in the brain) infants due to systemic absorption. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE. If nursing mothers apply BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE to their breasts for treatment, it is advised to wash the affected area thoroughly before breastfeeding the baby. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is not recommended for children below 17 years of age. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines. Drug InteractionsDrug-Drug Interaction: BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE may interact with medicines used to prevent early pregnancy (misoprostol), medicines for tuberculosis (rifampicin), antibiotic (azithromycin), fit disorder (phenobarbitone), blood pressure-lowering medicines (aliskiren, amlodipine), antidiabetic (insulin regular, glimepiride, acarbose), medicines for arthritis (adalimumab). Drug-Food Interaction: Avoiding fatty foods, tobacco, alcohol, and caffeine can effectively manage fungal and bacterial infections. Drug-Disease Interaction: BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE may have interactions with liver disease, diabetes, infections, diaper rashes, and eye toxicity. Safety Advice
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Patients ConcernDisease/Condition GlossaryFungal infection: A fungal infection (also called mycosis) is a skin disease caused by a fungus when it invades the tissue. These are some of the fungal infections: Athlete's foot: It is a fungal infection between the toes due to sweating. Ringworm infection: A highly infectious fungal infection of the scalp or skin. It is spread by skin-to-skin contact or by touching an infected object or animal. This infection is scaly and may be itchy and red. Jock itch: It is a fungal infection that results in a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body. FAQsHow long does clotrimazole and betamethasone take to work?You should begin to see improvement in your symptoms within the first week (2 weeks for athlete's foot). Stop using Lotrisone (clotrimazole / betamethasone) if you start to experience any skin irritation.
Where do you apply clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?Use this medication on the skin only. Clean and thoroughly dry the area to be treated. Apply a thin layer of the medication to the affected area and gently rub in, usually twice daily (in the morning and evening) or as directed by your doctor.
Is clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream used to treat yeast infections?A skin cream containing betamethasone in combination with clotrimazole MAY, in certain circumstances, be used for some yeast infections: however, a skin cream or lotion that only contains betamethasone should NEVER be used for a yeast infection because it does not kill the yeast and can make the infection worse.
How do you use clotrimazole and betamethasone on the vagina?Insert the tablet or the applicator into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Slowly press the plunger of the applicator to release the tablet. If you have itching/burning around the outside of the vagina (vulva), apply the skin cream to that area usually once or twice a day for no more than 7 days.
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