Belar 0.5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Belar 0.5mg Tablet is a steroid. It is used in the treatment of inflammation, severe allergies, and flare-ups of ongoing illnesses. It is also used to treat many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
Belar 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.
Using the medicine may cause few common side effects such as a reduction in bone density and an upset stomach. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. If this medicine is used for a long time, you may have to get regular tests to check your bone density.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have liver problems. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.
Belar 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.
Using the medicine may cause few common side effects such as a reduction in bone density and an upset stomach. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. If this medicine is used for a long time, you may have to get regular tests to check your bone density.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have liver problems. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.
Uses of Belar Tablet
Benefits of Belar Tablet
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Belar 0.5mg Tablet is used to treat many different inflammatories and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, and conditions that affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.
This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
Side effects of Belar Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Belar
- Reduction in bone density
- Upset stomach
How to use Belar Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Belar 0.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Belar 0.5mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
Avoid Belar 0.5mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
How Belar Tablet works
Belar 0.5mg Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Belar 0.5mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Belar 0.5mg Tablet 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Belar 0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Belar 0.5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Belar 0.5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Belar 0.5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Belar 0.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Belar Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Belar 0.5mg Tablet, take 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.\n \n
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Quick tips
- Belar 0.5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at same time every day.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Belar 0.5mg Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
- Do not stop taking Belar 0.5mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Belar 0.5mg Tablet
Twice A Week
33%
Twice A Day
27%
Once A Day
27%
Once A Week
7%
Thrice A Day
7%
What are you using Belar Tablet for?
Allergic cond*
43%
Others
29%
Asthma
29%
*Allergic conditions
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
47%
Average
40%
Poor
13%
What were the side-effects while using Belar 0.5mg Tablet?
Mood changes
40%
No Side Effec*
40%
Weight gain
20%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Belar Tablet?
With food
80%
With or witho*
20%
*With or without food
Please rate Belar 0.5mg Tablet on price
Expensive
60%
Not Expensive
40%
FAQs
How does Belar 0.5mg Tablet work?
Belar 0.5mg Tablet works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness, and pain.
Is Belar 0.5mg Tablet safe to use?
Belar 0.5mg Tablet is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to Belar 0.5mg Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Belar 0.5mg Tablet if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.
Does Belar 0.5mg Tablet cause hair loss?
No, Belar 0.5mg Tablet is not known to cause hair loss. In fact, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) when used for a long-term duration. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Belar 0.5mg Tablet.
Does Belar 0.5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Belar 0.5mg Tablet may cause weight gain, especially when taken at high doses and used for a long time or repeated short courses. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Belar 0.5mg Tablet.
Is Belar 0.5mg Tablet over the counter medicine?
No, Belar 0.5mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.
Is Belar 0.5mg Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Belar 0.5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Belar 0.5mg Tablet increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling). Many different conditions such as asthma, severe allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, etc can be improved by the use of Belar 0.5mg Tablet, as they reduce inflammation in the body.
What if I forget to take a dose of Belar 0.5mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Belar 0.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Name: Comed Chemicals Ltd
Address: 2nd Floor, Sun Plaza-I, Nr. Vadsar Bridge, GIDC Road, Makarpura, Vadodara - 390 010.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Belar 0.5mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Belar 0.5mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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