{"id":6026,"date":"2020-12-30T14:31:18","date_gmt":"2020-12-30T14:31:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=6026"},"modified":"2023-01-31T14:49:03","modified_gmt":"2023-01-31T14:49:03","slug":"betnovat-with-chinoform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/betnovat-with-chinoform\/","title":{"rendered":"Betnovat With Chinoform &#8211; Betamethasone And Clioquinol Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Betnovat with chinoform cream&nbsp;Betamethasone and Clioquinol<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Betnovat Chinoform Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Betnovate with chinoform is a strong-acting cortisone preparation (group III) that counteracts\u00a0inflammation\u00a0and has an antipruritic effect, combined with chinoform which has an effect against\u00a0bacterial\u00a0and fungal infections.\u00a0Betnovate with chinoform is used when the skin changes are infected.\u00a0The cream\u00a0is suitable for exfoliating skin changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before using Betnovate with chinoform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Do not use Betnovate with chinoform<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic (<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/peanut-allergy-and-nut-allergy\/\">hypersensitive<\/a>) to betamethasone or any of the other ingredients of Betnovat med chinoform (listed in section 6)<\/li><li>To children under 1 year<\/li><li>To treat any of the following skin problems:<ul><li>Viral infections, such as\u00a0cold sores,\u00a0herpes,\u00a0or chickenpox<\/li><li>Fungal infections, such as\u00a0ringworm,\u00a0athlete&#8217;s foot,\u00a0or cod<\/li><li>Acne<\/li><li>In the face disease\u00a0rosacea\u00a0(a condition in which the nose, cheeks, chin, forehead, or whole face are unusually red with or without small visible blood vessels, nodules, or blisters)<\/li><li>In case of rash around the mouth (perioral\u00a0dermatitis\u00a0)<\/li><li>On itchy skin that is not inflamed<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>For\u00a0itching\u00a0around the genitals (penis and\u00a0vagina\u00a0)<\/li><li>On open wounds<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Betnovate with chinoform should not be diluted<\/li><li>Use only for as long as your doctor recommends.\u00a0Talk to your doctor if your condition does not improve after 2-4 weeks.<\/li><li>Please do not use it in children without a doctor&#8217;s\u00a0prescription.\u00a0Children are only treated in special cases.<\/li><li>Only use a dressing if your doctor has told you to.\u00a0If you apply Betnovat with chinoform under a dressing, including a diaper, ensure the skin is properly cleansed before applying a new dressing.\u00a0This is to avoid\u00a0infection.\u00a0Bandages should be avoided in case of infected skin changes.<\/li><li>Be careful when applying Betnovat med Chinoform creme on the face for an extended period, as skin thinning may occur.\u00a0Sensitive skin areas, such as the armpits, groin, and eye region, should only be treated briefly.<\/li><li>Be careful when applying Betnovat with chinoform on the eyelids.\u00a0Avoid getting Betnovat with a chino from in your eyes.<\/li><li>If you have\u00a0dermatitis\u00a0(\u00a0inflammation\u00a0of the skin) around a leg ulcer, local\u00a0corticosteroids\u00a0may increase the risk of an\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0or\u00a0infection\u00a0around the leg ulcer.<\/li><li>If you have\u00a0psoriasis, your doctor will want to see you more often as there is a risk of\u00a0tolerance development\u00a0and relapse.<\/li><li>In long-term treatment, especially under occlusive dressings, there is a small theoretical risk of nervous disorders ( subacute myeloid optic neuropathy, SMON).<\/li><li>Betnovate with chinoform can color skin, hair, and clothes.<\/li><li>The use of Betnovate may cause betamethasone to affect the whole body.\u00a0Symptoms such as weight gain with altered fat distribution (abdomen, neck, face), thin and brittle skin, increased body hair, decreased bone density, and high\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0can then occur (Cushing&#8217;s syndrome).\u00a0In children and young people, growth retardation can be seen.\u00a0If any of these are observed, contact your treating physician to gradually discontinue treatment by reducing the frequency of application or switching to a less\u00a0potent\u00a0corticosteroid.\u00a0Abrupt discontinuation of treatment may result in glucocorticoid deficiency (see\u00a0side effects\u00a0).<\/li><li>Cortisone preparations can mask, activate, or aggravate a skin infection.<\/li><li>Tell your doctor if you previously had a hypersensitivity reaction to cortisone preparation or iodine.<\/li><li>Contact a doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances.<\/li><li>Local\u00a0hypersensitivity reactions may occur, such as <ul><li>Skin redness<\/li><li>Rash<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><li>Burning sensation and <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/contact-dermatitis\/\">contact dermatitis<\/a>.\u00a0Should any skin reaction occur, treatment must be stopped immediately.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Contact your doctor if an\u00a0infection\u00a0develops (see section 4,\u00a0Side effects\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Betnoval With Chinoform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some medicines may affect how chinoform Betnovat works or increase the risk of\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Examples of such drugs include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ritonavir (drugs for&nbsp;HIV&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;infection&nbsp;s) and itraconazole (antifungal medicines)<\/li><li>Vigabatrin (a medicine used to&nbsp;treat epilepsy&nbsp;)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of these.\u00a0Other drugs can have a similar effect.\u00a0It is therefore, important to tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have or have recently taken any other medicines or if you are going to start taking new, even over-the-counter medicines.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, do not use Betnovate Chinoform without consulting your doctor\u00a0before\u00a0using Betnovate Chinoform. Talk to your doctor when using Betnovate with chinoform during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you use Betnovate with chinoform during breastfeeding, do not use Betnovate with chinoform on the area of \u200b\u200bthe breast to prevent the baby from accidentally ingesting Betnovat with chinoform in the mouth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No known effect on the ability to drive or perform precision work with the concomitant use of Betnovat with chinoform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How To Use Betnovate With Chinoform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Betnovat with chinoform uses<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use Betnovate with chinoform exactly as your doctor has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li>Use once or twice a day.\u00a0Your doctor will tell you how often to use this medicine.\u00a0The number of times you use the medicine may decrease as your skin improves.\u00a0Your doctor may prescribe a weaker\u00a0steroid\u00a0for you to use instead.<\/li><li>Apply thinly and gently, using only a sufficient amount to treat the area.\u00a0Allow enough time for\u00a0absorption\u00a0before\u00a0applying\u00a0emollient\u00a0cream.<\/li><li>Please wash your hands afterward unless it is the hands to be treated.\u00a0This medicine should not be used every day for more than 4 weeks.<\/li><li>Children, the elderly, and patients with impaired liver or kidney function should use the least amount for the shortest possible time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Betnovate With Chinoform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Iron on it as soon as you remember, and then continue as usual.<\/li><li>Do not apply extra Betnovat with chinoform to compensate for a missed&nbsp;dose.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Stop Using Betnovate With Chinoform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you use Betnovate with chinoform regularly, talk to your doctor before stopping it.\u00a0Dose\u00a0one should be reduced gradually.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible Betnovat With Chinoform Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines,\u00a0although not everybody gets them. When treating large areas for a long time or with dressings, the risk of\u00a0side effects\u00a0increases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If allergic reactions occur at the application site (which may be caused by betamethasone or the preservative chlorocresol in cream one).\u00a0Discontinue treatment and consult a physician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common<\/strong>(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Itching<\/li><li>Local burning sensation\/pain in the skin<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon<\/strong>(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Thinning skin that can cause stretch marks<\/li><li>Rash on the face<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare<\/strong>(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pigment changes<\/li><li>Increased body hair<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Very rare<\/strong>(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inhibition of adrenal cortex function<\/li><li>Weight gain \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/obesity-in-children\/\">Obesity<\/a><\/li><li>Moon face\/rounder face<\/li><li>Wrinkles<\/li><li>Dry skin<\/li><li>Visible blood vessels under the skin<\/li><li>Hair loss<\/li><li>Lack of hair growth<\/li><li>Damaged hair<\/li><li>Worsened symptoms<\/li><li>Irritation\/pain at the application site<\/li><li>Reddening of the skin<\/li><li>Rash or\u00a0hives<\/li><li>If you have\u00a0psoriasis,\u00a0you can get blisters under the skin.\u00a0This occurs very rarely during or after treatment and is called\u00a0pustular\u00a0psoriasis<\/li><li>Infection\u00a0that occurs due to a weakened immune system (opportunistic\u00a0infection\u00a0)<\/li><li>Discolouration of hair, skin, and clothing<\/li><li>Delayed weight gain<\/li><li>Slow growth in children<\/li><li>Reduction of\u00a0the hormone\u00a0cortisol\u00a0in the blood<\/li><li>Increased levels of sugar in the blood or urine<\/li><li>Increased\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>The cloudy lens in the eye (<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cataracts\/\">cataracts<\/a>) or increased pressure in the eye (\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0)<\/li><li>Weakened skeleton (\u00a0osteoporosis\u00a0)<\/li><li>Allergic reactions in the form of increased skin irritation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>(occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dimsyn<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse if you get any side effects.\u00a0This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.\u00a0You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,\u00a0www.lakemedelsverket.se.\u00a0By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Betnovat With Chinoform<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep out of sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.<\/li><li>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<\/li><li>The medicine should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substances in Betnovat with chinoform are betamethasone and clioquinol.<\/li><li>1 g of\u00a0cream\u00a0contains 1 mg of betamethasone (as betamethasone valerate) and 30 mg of clioquinol.\u00a0The other ingredients are cetostearyl <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/alcohol-and-drugs-risk-use-harmful-use-and-addiction\/\">alcohol<\/a>, macrogol cetostearyl ether, liquid paraffin, white petrolatum, sodium dihydrogen phosphate,\u00a0phosphoric acid, sodium hydroxide, water, chlorocresol (\u00a0preservative\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Betnovate with chinoform\u00a0cream\u00a0is pale yellow and is supplied in an aluminium tube containing 30 g.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>GlaxoSmithKline AB, Box 516, 169 29 Solna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel: 08-638 93 00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email: info.produkt@gsk.com<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>BETNOVATE is a medication used to treat inflammatory skin disorders such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, insect bites, and prickly heat. 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