If irritation or sensitization develops with the use of this Ointment, treatment should be discontinued. Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids or Salicylic Acid may be increased if extensive body surface areas are treated. Application of Salicylic Acid to open wounds or damaged skin should be avoided.
Indication
Inflammatory, dry and scaly skin disorders, psoriasis, eczema
Contra Indication
Contraindicated to those patients with a history of sensitivity reactions to any of its components.
Dose
N/A
Side Effect
Side effects that have been reported with the application of topical corticosteroids include burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, and allergic contact dermatitis. Salicylic Acid preparations may cause dermatitis.
Pregnancy Category
Name :
Not Classified
Description
FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Mode of Action
Betamethasone Dipropionate, a synthetic corticosteroid, has anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive actions.
Topical Salicylic Acid has keratolytic properties as well as bacteriostatic and fungicidal actions.
Interaction
N/A
Pregnancy Category Note
The safety of this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. However, topical steroid should not be used extensively in pregnancy i.e. in large amount or for prolonged period.
Adult Dose
Adult
Ointment
Apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub it gently onto the skin.
Generally this medicine is used twice daily. Improvement is observed within a week.
Child Dose
N/A
Renal Dose
N/A
Administration
N/A
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