Betamethasone: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Betamethasone is a corticosteroid (steroid) medicine. It is a prescription medicine used for eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, severe allergies, asthma and inflammatory conditions. In Pakistan it is available as cream, drops, lotion, ointment and tablets, made by 14 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Betamethasone works
Betamethasone reduces inflammation, swelling, redness and itching by calming the immune response.
What is Betamethasone used for?
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Severe allergies
- Asthma
- Inflammatory conditions
Betamethasone creams and ointments are used for inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis. Tablets and injections are used for severe allergies, asthma, rheumatic conditions and other inflammatory diseases, and injections are given before some premature births to help the baby's lungs.
Side effects of Betamethasone
Side effects depend on the form and length of use. They can include:
- Burning or thinning of the skin (creams)
- Increased appetite and weight gain (tablets)
- Raised blood sugar
- Mood or sleep changes
See a doctor for signs of infection, black stools, blurred vision, or very high blood sugar.
Precautions and warnings
- Use creams only as advised, on small areas, and avoid the face unless told; it is not a fairness cream.
- Do not stop tablets suddenly after long use.
- Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers or an infection.
- Use in pregnancy or children only on a doctor's advice.
Frequently asked questions about Betamethasone
What is the price of Betamethasone in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Betamethasone products currently in stock range from Rs 44 to Rs 1,508 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Betnesol 0.5mg Tablets at Rs 44. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Betamethasone are available in Pakistan?
Betamethasone is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Provate (Saffron Pharmaceutical Company), Betnesol (Glaxo Smithkline Ltd), Betaderm (Atco Laboratories Ltd), Effidex (Pharma Health), Betnovate (Glaxo Smithkline Ltd), Provate-g (Saffron Pharmaceutical Company), Betnelan (Glaxo Smithkline Ltd) and Betaval (Valor Pharmaceuticals), along with 12 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Betamethasone?
Yes. Betamethasone is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Betamethasone be used during pregnancy?
Use in pregnancy or children only on a doctor's advice.
Are all Betamethasone brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Betamethasone in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Betamethasone brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 30+ products containing Betamethasone from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
