Uses / Indications:
Betnecip 4mg/ml Injection is used in the treatment of allergy symptoms, severe allergic reactions, asthma, cancer, rheumatic disorder, skin disorders and nephrotic syndrome.
Pregnancy interaction:
Betnecip 4mg/ml Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Take with food to avoid an upset stomach. Dose is decreased or tapered over time. Most side effects occur with high doses and on long-term use. Your risk of getting an infection may become higher. Tell your doctor immediately if you have a fever, flu-like symptoms, cough, painful urination, or a wound that does not heal.
Side Effects:
Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Cataract, Increased glucose level in blood.
How to use:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works:
Betamethasone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids which have anti-inflammatory and immune system suppressing activity. It prevents late phase allergic reactions by decreasing the chemicals responsible for the allergy..
Faq for medicine:
Is Betnecip a steroid? : Betnecip is a glucocorticoid and belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. These are synthesized naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Two main classes of corticosteroids, glucocorticoids, and mineralocorticoids are involved in a wide range of physiologic processes, including stress response, immune response, and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior. |Is Betnecip safe to use? : Betnecip is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor.|Does Betnecip cause hair loss? : Betnecip is not known to cause hair loss. Rather, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) on long-term use. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Betnecip.|Is Betnecip an antibiotic? : Betnecip is not an antibiotic. It's a glucocorticoid.|Does Betnecip work in retention edema? : Betnecip is not used in retention edema. Glucocorticoids can cause fluid and salt retention as a side effect thereby causing edema or aggravating edema. However, Betnecip does not normally cause retention of salt and water and the risk of inducing edema and hypertension is almost negligible.|Is Betnecip stronger than hydrocortisone? : Betnecip and hydrocortisone belong to the same class of medications (i.e. corticosteroids) and produce almost similar pharmacological responses. The effect may vary based on the conditions and individual response. Always follow doctor’s advice regarding its use.|Can I take Betnecip with ibuprofen? : An increase in the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may occur if non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) like ibuprofen are taken with corticosteroids. Talk to your doctor before taking Betnecip with any NSAID.|Does Betnecip expire? : Yes, Betnecip does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.|Does Betnecip cause insomnia? : Betnecip can cause insomnia (inability to sleep). Most people find that using this medicine for a short time causes no problems. Talk to your doctor if you experience insomnia while taking Betnecip.|Does Betnecip cause weight gain? : Betnecip can cause weight gain especially when high doses taken for a long time or repeated short courses are taken. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Betnecip.|Is Betnecip a hydrocortisone? : Betnecip is not a hydrocortisone. These are two different drugs which belong to the same group of medicines called steroids (also known as corticosteroids).|Is Betnecip over the counter? : Betnecip is not an over the counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.
Medicine interaction:
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