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Betamethasone

A potent steroid skin treatment for eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.

Clinical information

Common uses

  • eczema
  • contact dermatitis
  • psoriasis
  • scalp conditions (lotion or foam)

Common side effects

  • brief burning or stinging when applied
  • lighter or darker patches of skin

Cautions

  • do not use on your face unless a doctor says so
  • long-term use can thin skin and cause stretch marks
  • reduce gradually after long use — withdrawal reactions possible
  • will not help impetigo, rosacea or acne

Interactions

  • HIV medicines such as ritonavir or cobicistat
  • antifungals such as itraconazole
  • other steroid-containing medicines

Pregnancy: safe to use during pregnancy

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: NHS Medicines A–Z, nhs.uk/medicines/betamethasone-skin (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations15

Brand nameDosage formStrengthImporterCategory
Axcel Betamethasone CreamTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.1% w/w ( 15g )State Trading Organization PlcPOM
BeprogelTopical Preparations ( Solution )0.064% w/v ( 30ml )Dial Trade & Travels Pvt LtdPOM
Beprosone creamTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.064% w/w in 15gDial Trade & Travels Pvt LtdPOM
Beprosone OintmentTopical Preparations ( Ointment )0.064% w/w in 15gDial Trade & Travels Pvt LtdPOM
BetaTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.1% w/wADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt LtdPOM
BetamethasoneTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.0005—POM
BetamethasoneTopical Preparations ( Ointment )0.064% w/w in 15g—POM
BetamethasoneTopical Preparations ( Ointment )0.001—POM
BetamethasoneTopical Preparations ( Ointment )0.0005—POM
BetamethasoneTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.0005—POM
BetamethasoneParenteral ( Injection )6mg/ml—POM
BetamethasoneTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.064% w/w in 15g—POM
BetamethasoneTablet0.5mg—POM
Betasone Cream (Hovid)Topical Preparations ( Cream )0.1% w/wHeart Land PharmacyPOM
PROSONTopical Preparations ( Cream )1g/0.5mg(0.05%)Life Support Pvt.LtdPOM
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