Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)
Information about Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)
Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) Uses
Betamethasone+Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections, fungal skin infections and skin conditions with inflammation & itching.
How Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) works
Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is a combination of two medicines: Betamethasone and Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin), which treats skin infections. Betamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is an antibiotic with additional antifungal action. It works by preventing the growth and multiplication of the both bacteria and fungi.
Common side effects of Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)
Itching, Burning sensation, Skin pain
Available Medicine for Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)
Betnovate-CGlaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹701 variant(s)
ValeratecLaborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd
₹15 to ₹422 variant(s)
Acplen CJrb Lifesciences Private Limited
₹2391 variant(s)
Bactoderm CMoraceae Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹261 variant(s)
Beclate CCipla Ltd
₹221 variant(s)
DipformFulford India Ltd
₹561 variant(s)
Expert advice for Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)
- You have been prescribed Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) for the treatment of skin infections.
- It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
- 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.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Betamethasone + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) and consult your doctor.
- Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
- Don't use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 1 week of treatment.