Betazol Cream
Betamethasone 0.05% + Miconazole 2% Topical
"0.5mg, 20mg/g"
Jamjoom Pharmaceuticals Company Ltd.
| Pack size | 30g Tube |
|---|---|
| Dispensing mode | POM |
| Source | SAUDI ARABIA |
| Agent | Unicare for Medical Trading |
| Retail Price | 12.00 AED |
Betazol Overview
Betazol generic name is Betamethasone 0.05% + Miconazole 2% Topical. Betamethasone 0.05% + Miconazole 2% topical is a medication used to treat fungal infections of the skin, such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. Betamethasone is a steroid that helps to reduce itching, redness, and inflammation. Miconazole is an antifungal medication that helps to kill the fungus causing the infection. This medication is typically applied to the affected area of skin once or twice a day, as directed by a healthcare provider. It is important to use this medication for the full course of treatment as directed, even if symptoms improve, to prevent the fungus from returning.
Indications
Betazol Cream is used for:
fungal infections of the skin such as
tinea pedis (athlete's foot),
tinea cruris (jock itch),
and tinea corporis (ringworm).
Adult Dose
The typical dose of Betamethasone 0.05% + Miconazole 2% topical is to apply a thin layer of the cream or ointment to the affected area of the skin once or twice daily,
It is also important to note that the medication should not be used for more than 2 weeks
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
apply a thin layer of the cream or ointment to the affected area of the skin once or twice daily,
Contra Indications
should not be used on broken or infected skin, or on a large area of skin.
Allergic to any of the ingredients in the medication.
Precautions
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Betamethasone 0.05% + Miconazole 2% Topical :
Common side effects of Betamethasone 0.05% + Miconazole 2% topical include:
Skin irritation or redness at the application site
- Itching
- Burning
- Stinging
These side effects usually go away with continued use of the medication or after the medication is discontinued.
Less common but serious side effects include:
- Skin thinning or discoloration
- Stretch marks
- Acne
- Excessive hair growth
- Increased sweating
- Blurred vision
- Headache
Mechanism of Action
Betamethasone is a steroid that works by reducing inflammation and itching in the affected area of skin. It belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids and it works by decreasing the activity of the immune system.
Miconazole is an antifungal medication that works by inhibiting the growth of fungi and yeasts by disrupting their cell membranes. It belongs to a class of drugs called imidazole antifungals.
When used together, Betamethasone and Miconazole provide a potent effect on the fungal infection by reducing the inflammation and itching caused by the infection, and killing the fungus that is causing the infection.
Note
Betazol "0.5mg, 20mg/g" Cream manufactured by Jamjoom Pharmaceuticals Company Ltd.. Its generic name is Betamethasone 0.05% + Miconazole 2% Topical. Betazol is availble in United Arab Emirates.
Farmaco UAE drug index information on Betazol Cream is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.