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Even low-potency topical glucocorticoids are able to cause adverse effects in children when used for prolonged periods of time. Generally, a smaller dose of topical glucocorticoid is required by children for a given condition than adults, as children have relatively smaller body surface area compared to adults.
Betamethasone valerate is a synthetic glucocorticoid ester. It is the 17-valerate ester of betamethasone . [ 2 ] [ 3 ] Betamethasone valerate is often used to treat mild eczema with good efficacy and lower incidence of steroid induced adverse effects due to its lower potency compared to other glucocorticoids. [ 4 ]
Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that is available as a pill, by injection, and as an ointment, cream, lotion, gel, or aerosol (spray) for the skin, and a foam for the scalp. [10] When given by injection, anti-inflammatory effects begin in around two hours and last for seven days. [3]
Betamethasone valerate (Beta Cream/Ointment/Scalp Application, Betnovate Lotion/C Cream/C Ointment, Fucicort) Betamethasone dipropionate (Diprosone Cream/Ointment, Diprovate Cream, Daivobet 50/500 Ointment) Diflucortolone valerate (Nerisone C/Cream/Fatty Ointment/Ointment) Hydrocortisone 17-butyrate (Locoid C/Cream/Crelo Topical Emulsion ...
Fusidic acid/betamethasone valerate is a combination drug with the active ingredients being fusidic acid (an antibiotic) and betamethasone valerate (a corticosteroid). It is a medical cream used for treatment of skin inflammation, eczema, or dermatitis that is also infected with bacteria sensitive to fusidic acid.
[1] [2] It is a combination of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate. [1] It is applied to the skin. [1] Common side effects include paresthesia, rash, edema, and secondary infections. [1] In 2022, it was the 242nd most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 1 million prescriptions. [3] [4]
Betamethasone dipropionate is a glucocorticoid steroid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is applied as a topical cream, ointment, lotion or gel (Diprolene) to treat itching and other skin conditions such as eczema. Minor side effects include dry skin and mild, temporary stinging when applied. [3]
Common side effects include skin irritation, dry skin, redness, pimples, and telangiectasia. [8] Serious side effects may include adrenal suppression, allergic reactions, cellulitis, and Cushing's syndrome. [8] Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding is of unclear safety. [12] Clobetasol is believed to work by activating steroid receptors. [8]