What is the dose for a child? Aug 23, 2023 · Betamethasone valerate foam 0
Do not use betamethasone longer than you have been told to by your doctor
In most cases, high absorption into the blood stream and passing into milk in large amounts would only be expected with very strong corticosteroids used on large areas of the body
Avoid using Betamethasone in the genital or rectal areas, or armpits unless your doctor has advised otherwise
Since only extensive application of the most potent corticosteroids may cause systemic effects in the mother, it is unlikely that
Betamethasone can be used with caution during breastfeeding, although shorter-acting alternatives are preferred
But try to apply it to the smallest areas possible and try to avoid
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There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding
-Apply to the smallest area of skin for the shortest possible duration during breastfeeding
High doses or exposure over a long period of time, may require infant monitoring for adrenal suppression
Subcutaneous administration of betamethasone valerate to mice or rats at doses ≥0
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Avoid using Betamethasone in the genital or rectal areas, or armpits unless your doctor has advised otherwise
If breastfeeding, systemically administered corticosteroids enter the breast milk and could suppress growth, interfere with endogenous corticosteroid Use topical betamethasone valerate with caution during pregnancy
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This sheet is about exposure to topical corticosteroids during pregnancy and while breastfeeding
025% cream and ointment: moderate
Common Brand Name(s): During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed
or are breastfeeding
Betamethasone Valerate Cream, Ointment and Lotion contain betamethasone valerate USP, a synthetic adrenocortico-steroid for dermatologic use
Vari-Betamethasone Cream contains Betamethasone Valerate as an active ingredient
The molecular weights of betamethasone (about 435 for the acetate salt and about 517 for the sodium phosphate salt) are low enough that excretion into milk
This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash)
This medicine works by stopping the growth of infection-causing microorganisms
Common side effects of betamethasone may include: headache, depression, mood swings; sleep problems (insomnia); numbness, tingling, burning pain; skin redness, itching, or discoloration;