Betnelan
Betnelan Products are primarily used for
Allergic conditions
About Betnelan Products
Betnelan Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Betnelan are Weight gain, Mood changes, Behavioral changes, Itching, Burning sensation, Bruising, Headache, Dizziness, Weakness, Fatigue, Visual disturbance, Nausea, Altered menstrual cycle, Impaired wound healing.
Severe
Side Effects of Betnelan are Cataract, Increased glucose level in blood, Cushing syndrome, Glycosuria, Glaucoma, Slow heart rate, Cardiac arrest, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Cushingoid syndrome, Perforated peptic ulcer, Pathologic fracture of long bones, Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression, Charcot-like arthropathy, Steroid myopathy.
How Betnelan Products work
Betamethasone is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Patient Concerns about Betnelan Products
Frequently asked questions about Betnelan Products
Frequently asked questions about Betamethasone
Q. How does Betnelan Tablet work?
Betnelan 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.
Q. Is Betnelan Tablet safe to use?
Betnelan 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 Betnelan Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Betnelan Tablet if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.
Q. Does Betnelan Tablet cause hair loss?
No, Betnelan 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 Betnelan Tablet.
Q. Does Betnelan Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, Betnelan 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 Betnelan Tablet.
Q. Is Betnelan Tablet over the counter medicine?
No, Betnelan Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.
Q. Is Betnelan Tablet a steroid?
Yes, Betnelan 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. Betnelan 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 Betnelan Tablet, as they reduce inflammation in the body.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Betnelan Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Betnelan 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.