Betamethasone Cream: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Betamethasone Cream
| Generic name | Betamethasone |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Topical steroids (corticosteroids) |
| Forms | Cream, Gel, Ointment, Lotion, Foam, Spray (aerosol) |
Betamethasone is a strong steroid medicine that is applied to the skin. It reduces swelling, redness, and itching caused by certain skin conditions. It comes alone or combined with other medicines such as neomycin or clioquinol, which fight infections.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.