Betagenic Ointment

SPECIFICATION

15Gm

Generics

Betamethasone Dipropionate , Gentamicin

About

Topical corticosteroids act as anti-inflammatory agents via multiple mechanisms to inhibit late phase allergic reactions including decreasing the density of mast cells, decreasing chemotaxis and activation of eosinophils, decreasing cytokine production by lymphocytes, monocytes, mast cells and eosinophils, and inhibiting the metabolism of arachidonic acid. Gentamicin is bactericidal and is a broad spectrum antibiotic (except against streptococci and anaerobic bacteria). Its mechanism of action involves inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomes.

Indication

It is used in localised, small-area skin conditions, when: • These require treatment with a potent glucocorticoid and • An additional infection (superinfection) with bacteria is present at the same time • These bacteria can be effectively treated with the active substance gentamicin.

Side Effects

Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders : Burning, pruritus (itching), skin irritation, dry skin, folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicles), hypertrichosis (increased hair growth), steroid acne (acne-like rash), changes in skin pigmentation, skin rosacea-like (perioral) dermatitis (inflammation around the mouth), allergic contact dermatitis , maceration of the skin (swelling of the skin), skin atrophy (thinning of the skin), striae (stretch marks) and miliaria (blistering), erythema, hypersensitivity, skin discoloration. Musculoskeletal, connective tissue and bone disorders : Delayed length growth in children. Vascular disorders : Intracranial hypertension in children (bulging fontanelles, headache, swelling of the optic nerve). Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Decreased weight gain in children. Eye disorders : Blurred vision.

Drug Interactions

Amphotericin B , heparin , sulfadiazine , beta-lactam antibiotics (e.g. cephalosporins).

When not to Use

Do not use - If you are allergic to betamethasone or gentamicin, to other medicines from the group of glucocorticoids or aminoglycoside antibiotics or to any of the other ingredients of the medicine .- For viral infections, including vaccination reactions and chickenpox,- For tuberculosis or syphilis involving the skin,- For viral infections of the skin (e.g. herpes simplex, shingles),- Skin rash around the mouth

Precaution

Do not use this medicine in the ear canal, eyes or on mucous membranes. In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water and consult an ophthalmologist if necessary .