Beprosalic Betamethasone dipropionate 0.064% w/w (equivalent to betamethasone 0.05% w/w) / salicylic acid 3% w/w

Indication

For clinician-diagnosed inflammatory, dry, hyperkeratotic skin conditions that respond to topical corticosteroids, including psoriasis and selected forms of dermatitis and eczema.

Ingredients

• Betamethasone dipropionate 0.064% w/w (equivalent to betamethasone 0.05% w/w)
• Salicylic acid 3% w/w

Direction

Prescription medicine. Apply a thin film to cover the affected skin twice daily, morning and evening, or follow the prescriber's directions. Do not use in or around the eyes.

Side effects

• Local effects may include burning
• itching
• irritation
• dryness
• folliculitis
• acne
• like eruptions
• skin thinning
• stretch marks
• or secondary infection. Salicylic acid may cause dermatitis.
• Systemic corticosteroid or salicylate effects are possible if excessive amounts are absorbed
• especially with prolonged use or application to large or broken areas.

Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to betamethasone
• other corticosteroids
• salicylic acid
• salicylates
• or any ingredient. Do not use in or around the eyes.
• Use only as prescribed. Prolonged use
• large treatment areas
• broken skin
• or occlusive dressings can increase absorption and cause systemic effects
• children need particular caution.
• Stop and seek medical advice if irritation
• sensitivity
• excessive dryness
• or another reaction develops. Use only when the prescriber judges the benefit outweighs risk during pregnancy or breastfeeding.