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Betamethasone

Betamethasone is a steroid that is given in 2 injections 24 hours apart when there is a strong possibility of preterm delivery. It is given between 24 and 34 weeks. It helps mature the lungs of the baby to decrease the risks of prematurity.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 42 years experience
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Corticosteroid drug

BrandsCelestone, Quadriderm, Repivate, Topivate, Diprosalic, Diprogenta, Celestamine, Betnovate, Betnesol, Dovobet, Betanoid

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Spinning sensation
Increased appetite
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Itchy rash
Thin skin
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Enlarged liver

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Psoriasis
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Cholestasis of pregnancy
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What does betamethasone do?
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What is the purpose of betamethasone?
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A 19-year-old male asked:
What are the side effects of betamethasone?
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Which is better--dexamethasone or betamethasone?
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A 49-year-old member asked:
What is the use of medivin or betamethasone cream?
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A 48-year-old male asked:
Can I use lotriderm(Betamethasone) to ease insect bites?
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A 42-year-old male asked:
Got a Celestone (betamethasone) shot today for resp issues. Are there any normal side effects? Worrisome side effects?
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A 32-year-old female asked:
I've had psoriasis for ~15 years but it's gotten worse. I've applied betamethasone but topical is becoming impractical. Are there other options?
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Ok to get betamethasone in pregnancy?
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A 35-year-old member asked:
It's okay to use celestone-m cream for acne right?
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