Betamethasone Valerate

Betamethasone Valerate Ingredients: Betamethasone Valerate
Representative Names: Beta - Val, Betatrex, Luxiq Foam, Valisone Topical, Valnac Topical
Generic Available ? A generic alternative may be available. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Who is Betamethasone Valerate for ?

Betamethasone is used to treat the itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling, inflammation, and discomfort of various skin conditions. this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

When should I be careful taking Betamethasone Valerate ?

Before using betamethasone,

tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to betamethasone or any other drugs.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially cancer chemotherapy agents, other topical medications, and vitamins.
tell your doctor if you have an infection or have ever had diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts, a circulation disorder, or an immune disorder.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using betamethasone, call your doctor immediately.

Betamethasone Valerate Side Effects

Although side effects from betamethasone are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

drying or cracking of the skin
acne
itching
burning
change in skin color

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

severe skin rash
difficulty breathing or swallowing
wheezing
skin infection (redness, swelling, or oozing pus)