Treat inflammatory skin conditions with Beprosalic cream

What is Beprosalic? What is Beprosalic used for? What should be noted about possible side effects while taking the drug? Let's learn more about Beprosalic with SignsSymptomsList in the article analyzed below!

Active ingredients : betamethasone dipropionate, salicylic acid
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• 1. What is Beprosalic?
• 2. Indications of the drug
• 3. Cases in which Beprosalic should not be used
• 4. How to use Beprosalic effectively
• 5. Side effects
• 6. Interactions occurring when taking Beprosalic
• 7. Notes when using the drug Beprosalic
• 8. Special Uses
• 9. Treatment of overdose Beprosalic
• 10. What to do when you miss a dose of Beprosalic
• 11. How to preserve

1. What is Beprosalic?

The ingredients in the colorless, slightly viscous solution contain

Main active ingredients

• Betamethasone dipropionate 0.064% kl/cont.
• Salicylic acid 2.0% kl/cont.

Excipients

• Methyl Paraben.
• Isopropyl Alcohol.
• Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.
• Sodium Hydroxide 10M.
• Pure water.

2. Indications of the drug

• It helps to reduce the inflammatory manifestations of keratosis pilaris and corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses such as
  + Psoriasis.
  + Chronic atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis.
  + Seborrheic dermatitis.

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3. Cases in which Beprosalic should not be used

• Allergy to betamethasone dipropionate and other corticosteroids, Salicylic acid and other salicylate salts, or any ingredient in the formulation.
• Topical corticosteroid preparations for most cases of viral skin infections, tuberculosis and rosacea.

4. How to use Beprosalic effectively

4.1. How to use

• First, it is necessary to wash and dry the inflamed skin.
• Next, apply a thin layer of the drug to the inflamed area and surrounding skin and then apply the medicine to absorb evenly, twice a day in the morning and in the evening as directed by the doctor.
• Note, if symptoms persist, call your doctor immediately for advice.
• In addition, this medicine is only used to treat the patient's own fungal infection, do not use the drug for anyone else. And need to remove the excess after treatment.

4.2. Dosage

• For treatment, it is necessary to use the following dose:
  + Apply the drug to the affected skin area 2 times a day.
  + Use a few drops each time (depending on the doctor's prescription).
• Maintenance dose: apply the drug less often.

5. Side effects

• Sensation of burning, itching, irritation.
• Dry skin, folliculitis.
• Appearance of hirsutism, acne-like rash.
• Reduce skin pigmentation, pale skin.
• Secondary bacterial infection.
• Skin atrophy, stretch marks and millet rash.
• In addition, topical preparations containing salicylic acid can cause dermatitis.

6. Interactions occurring when taking Beprosalic

• To date, there have been no reported cases of interactions with oral Aminoleban.
• However, to ensure the safety and effectiveness of treatment, the patient needs to inform the doctor fully about the drugs that have been, are and will be used so that the doctor can advise on the safe and reasonable use of drugs. the most effective.

7. Notes when using the drug Beprosalic

• Note that the drug should be discontinued if irritation, hypersensitivity, excessive dryness or other reactions occur. In the event of an existing infection, appropriate therapy should be instituted.
• In addition, although the preparation is for topical use, when corticosteroids can still cause systemic effects such as
  + Adrenal suppression,
  + Manifestations of Cushing's syndrome,
  + Hyperglycemia and hyperglycemia in some diseases individuals, especially in children and young children.
• Not only that, but salicylic acid in topical preparations can also be absorbed in sufficient quantities to cause salicylate toxicity.
• The drug must be used with caution in the treatment of stasis dermatitis and skin diseases caused by poor blood circulation.
• Note that if irritation, hypersensitivity or other reactions occur, the drug should be discontinued, and appropriate therapy should be instituted.

8. Special Uses

8.1. Driving and operating machinery

• Up to now, there have been no reports of headache, dizziness or drowsiness during treatment.
• Therefore, the drug can be used on subjects that require high concentration when doing this.

8.2. Pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding

• There are no adequate studies demonstrating the safety of topical corticosteroids when used in pregnant and lactating women.
• Therefore, the drug should only be used if the potential benefit outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or nursing infant.

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The use of Beprosalic in pregnant and lactating women is not recommended.

9. Treatment of overdose Beprosalic

• Excessive prolonged topical corticosteroid therapy can suppress adrenal and pituitary gland function leading to secondary adrenal insufficiency.
• In addition, prolonged use of topical preparations containing Salicylic Acid can cause symptoms of salicylate toxicity.
• Symptomatic management
  + Appropriate therapy should be indicated for symptomatic treatment.
  + Focus on eliminating symptoms caused by acute increase in cortisol
  + Treat electrolyte imbalance if necessary.
  In the event of chronic corticosteroid toxicity, steroids should be discontinued gradually.
  + Note, treatment of Salicylic poisoning is symptomatic treatment.
  + Should use therapy to remove salicylic from the body.
  + In addition, it is necessary to drink sodium and bicarbonate to alkalize and increase diuresis.

10. What to do when you miss a dose of Beprosalic

• Use as soon as you remember that you have missed a dose.
• If the missed dose is close to the next dose. Skip the missed dose and follow the dosing schedule.
• Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

11. How to preserve

• Keep Beprosalic out of the reach of children and pets.
• Store the medicine in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to direct light or keep Carbimazole in humid places.
• The best storage temperature is <>

Above is the information on the use of Beprosalic drug. Call your doctor immediately if you have any unusual symptoms so that they can be treated and supported promptly!

Pharmacist Nguyen Ngoc Cam Tien