Beprosalic Ointment 0.064% / 3% w/w (15 g)

Indication

Relief of the inflammatory manifestations of hyperkeratotic and dry corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, such as psoriasis, chronic atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis and seborrhoeic dermatitis.

Ingredients

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

Direction

Apply as directed by your doctor or pharmacist; usually a thin layer to the affected area twice daily. Route of administration: topical.

Side effects

• Local burning
• itching
• irritation or dryness of the skin
• Folliculitis
• acne
• like eruptions
• excessive hair growth or loss of skin pigmentation
• Skin thinning
• stretch marks or secondary skin infection with prolonged use
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist if any side effect is troublesome or persists
• and stop use if irritation or an allergic reaction occurs.

Precautions

• For external use only
• do not use in or around the eyes.
• Controlled medicine: use only as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.
• Do not use if allergic to betamethasone
• other corticosteroids or salicylic acid
• or on viral skin infections
• skin tuberculosis or rosacea.
• Avoid prolonged use
• use on large areas or under occlusive dressings (risk of adrenal suppression or salicylate toxicity)
• especially in children.
• Consult a doctor before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of reach of children.