Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate
About Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate
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.
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Side Effects of Betamethasone+neomycin+zinc Sulfate
- Itching
- Dryness
- Burning sensation at the application site
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
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.
