Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml

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Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml belongs to a group of chemicals known as corticosteroids and aids in reducing swelling,redness and itchiness associated in conditions such as eczema,allergies,dermatitis and various skin rashes.Corticosteroids work by inhibiting the production of proteins that lead to inflammation.

A thin layer of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is to be applied on the skin with clean hands 1-2 times per day or as advised by the physician.Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is to be used under the care and supervision of a doctor and for a specified period of time only.Application/usage of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not be stopped abruptly as that may lead to a recurrence of the ailment,therefore,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is gradually tapered off.Patients are advised to not stop using the Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml once they see or feel an improvement in their symptoms,which is likely to occur 2-3 weeks after starting treatment with Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml.

Mild side effects such as a stinging or burning sensation may be felt at the time of application for a few days.Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not considered safe to be prescribed to children under one year of age,nor to pregnant and breastfeeding women.Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml should not be prescribed to patients with known sensitivity to Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml or corticosteroids.

Indications

Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml can be used to treat:

• Atopic dermatitis
• Discoid eczema 
• Psoriasis
• Lichen planus 
• Allergic rash 
• Allergic dermatitis
• Discoid lupus erythematosus 
• Insect bites

How Does Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml Work

Corticosteroids work by inhibiting the production of proteins that lead to inflammation by interacting with the human DNA sequence and preventing the transcription of proteins needed in an inflammatory process.

How To Use Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml

A thin layer of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is to be applied on the skin with clean hands 1-2 times per day or as advised by the physician.Do not use a rough hand and just gently apply Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml on the affected area.Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not meant to be covered after application if Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is being used on diaper rashes;caretakers are advised to losely fasten diapers in such situations.

Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is to be used under the care and supervision of a doctor and for a specified period of time only.Application/usage of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not be stopped abruptly as that may lead to a recurrence of the ailment,therefore,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is gradually tapered off.Patients are advised to not stop using the Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml once they see or feel an improvement in their symptoms,which is likely to occur 2-3 weeks after starting treatment with Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

A thin film of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is to be applied once or twice a day,as instructed by a physician.

Child Dosage

Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not deemed safe enough to be prescribed to patients aged 12 months and younger.For patients aged 13 months and above,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is prescribed only when necessary and under the care and supervision of a doctor.Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not recommended to be used for more than 5 days.

Elderly Dosage 

For patients aged 65 years and above,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is prescribed only when necessary and under the care and supervision of a doctor.A small dose of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is prescribed and for a limited number of days.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

This drug is not to be prescribed to expecting and lactating mothers as it may have fatal consequences for the unborn child.If you are applying Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml and become pregnant,inform your doctor immediately,the doctor will ask you to stop using Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml and is likely to replace it with a different pregnancy safe drug.It is unclear if Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml has any effect on breastmilk and therefore Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not prescribed to lactating women till research and evidence proves that Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is safe.If you are planning to conceive and are taking Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml as treatment,then refer to the doctor.The physician is likely to change your medicine.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml:

• Allergy to Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml or any other medicine or food substance 
• Untreated skin infections 
• Rosacea 
• Acne vulgaris
• Pruritus with no inflammation 
• Perioral dermatitis 
• Perianal and genital pruritus 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml:

• Children 
• Cushing’s syndrome
• Glaucoma 
• Cataract 
• Visual disturbances 
• Chronic leg ulcers

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml:

• CYP3A inhibitors

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml has certain side effects which include:

• Stinging 
• Burning sensation 
• Dryness 
• Redness of skin

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Unwanted hair growth 
• Folliculitis 
• Acne 

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Dryness- apply a moisturizer to the skin and wait for 10-15 minutes after which apply Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml on to the skin.This will prevent skin from getting dry and flaky.
• Redness Of The Skin- can be combated by applying a cold pack to the affected area.

Key Facts About Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml

• Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is a topical steroid 
• Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women
• Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not safe to be given to children aged 12 months and younger.
• Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml may cause dryness and stinging or burning after application

FAQs

#1.HOW TO STORE Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml?

Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2.CAN I TAKE Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is deemed unsafe to be applied during pregnancy.

#3.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml?

• Stinging 
• Burning sensation 
• Dryness 
• Redness of skin

#4.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml AND HOW OFTEN?

The physician is likely to periodically (every 3-4 months) prescribe lab tests to monitor the patient’s blood glucose levels,kidney functions,liver functions and blood pressure levels.

#5.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE PAINKILLERS WHILE TAKING Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml?

Yes.Over the counter painkillers such as paracetamol are safe to be ingested along with Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml under the supervision of a doctor.

#6.WHY MUST I PROTECT MY SKIN FROM THE SUN WHILE TAKING Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml?

Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml can make the skin susceptible to certain non-melanoma cancers of the lip and skin.Patients are advised to wear sunscreen along with hats and gloves whenever possible to protect themselves from sun damage.

#7.IS Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml SAFE TO GIVE TO ELDERLY PATIENTS?

Yes.This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 1 year of age.For eldery patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml may not be effectively removed from the body and so,in such cases the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml.

#8.HOW IS Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml SUPPOSED TO BE APPLIED?

Thin layer of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is to be applied on the skin with clean hands 1-2 times per day or as advised by the physician.Do not use a rough hand and just gently apply Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml on the affected area.Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not meant to be covered after application if Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is being used on diaper rashes;caretakers are advised to losely fasten diapers in such situations.

#9.CAN I STOP APPLYING Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml NOW THAT MY SYMPTOMS HAVE GONE??

No.Application/usage of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not be stopped abruptly as that may lead to a recurrence of the ailment,therefore,Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is gradually tapered off.Patients are advised to not stop using the Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml once they see or feel an improvement in their symptoms,which is likely to occur 2-3 weeks after starting treatment with Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml.

#10.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml?

An extra dose or two of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is not known to cause any harm but an excess usage of Betnesol Eye 0.10% Drop 7.5 ml is a cause for concern and should be avoided and immediately reported to the doctor.