Betasol G Cream
Betasol G Cream is used to treat various types of skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. It also prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms to promote faster healing of infections.
Betasol G Cream
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Betasol G Cream is used to treat various types of skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. It also prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms to promote faster healing of infections.
Betasol G Cream is used to treat various types of skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. It also prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms to promote faster healing of infections.
Betasol G Cream is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. Wash your hands before and after the application of the medicine. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina, rinse with water.
It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.
This medicine is usually safe; however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).
Before starting Betasol G Cream, it is important to tell your doctor if you are using or have recently used any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before applying. If you are known to be allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. During the treatment, do not touch or scratch the infected skin areas, as this may worsen or spread the infection.
03Uses
Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
04How To Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
05How It Works
Betasol G Cream is a combination of two medicines: Clobetasol and Neomycin, which treat bacterial skin infections. Clobetasol is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy. Neomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Betasol G Cream?
A: If you miss a dose of Betasol G Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Betasol G Cream is a combination of medicines used to treat skin infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria. It kills and stops the growth of infection causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. It also blocks the release of chemicals that cause symptoms such as itching, redness and swelling. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections. You should use Betasol G Cream for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to apply it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.
08Side Effects
Burning sensation
Itching
Application site pain
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betasol G Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betasol G Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
No interaction found/established
Kidney:
No interaction found/established
Liver:
No interaction found/established
10Drug Tips
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your skin problem has not improved after seven days of treatment.
Do not apply it to broken skin and avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
It may cause temporary burning, itching, or redness at the application site. This is usually mild. Consult your doctor if you experience a more severe reaction.
References
Sources and references
Clobetasol propionate [EMC Label]. Uxbridge, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline UK; 2017. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Clobetasol propionate [Prescribing Information]. Melville, New York: Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 2012 [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Clobetasol Propionate and Neomycin Sulphate [Prescribing Information]. Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited.; 2020. [Accessed 09 Mar. 2025] (online) Available from: View
