Neo-Betasone 1 mg/g betamethasone valerate / 5 mg/g neomycin sulfate

Indication

For treatment of infected acute or chronic inflammatory skin conditions, including localized neurodermatitis, psoriasis, atopic or seborrhoeic dermatitis, inflammatory xerosis, anogenital pruritus, discoid lupus erythematosus, lichen planus, granuloma annulare, and allergic or irritant contact dermatitis, as described in the product leaflet.

Ingredients

• Betamethasone (as 17
• valerate) 1 mg/g (0.1% w/w)
• Neomycin (as sulfate) 5 mg/g (0.5% w/w)

Direction

Use exactly as directed by a doctor or pharmacist. Apply sparingly to the affected area. The product leaflet states adults may apply one to three times daily and children once daily; the prescriber determines amount and duration. Avoid prolonged continuous use, especially in children. Wash hands before and after use.

Side effects

• Hypersensitivity or local irritation may occur. Prolonged or intensive use may cause skin thinning and bruising
• increased hair growth or hair loss
• reddish
• purple stretch marks
• moon face
• or glaucoma.

Precautions

• For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Do not use if allergic to corticosteroids
• neomycin
• or any ingredient. Do not use on deep or puncture wounds
• serious burns
• or raw areas unless directed by a doctor. Do not bandage the treated area unless instructed. Discuss use with a doctor during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• avoid prolonged continuous therapy
• particularly in children. Stop and seek advice if irritation
• sensitization
• or allergy occurs.