Beclometasone

Beclometasone is a potent topical corticosteroid. The active ingredient beclometasone relieves the symptoms of skin inflammation. Beclometasone is available online through a Dokteronline.com partner pharmacy.

Beclometasone is a potent topical corticosteroid. The active ingredient beclometasone relieves the symptoms of skin inflammation. Beclometasone is available online through a Dokteronline.com partner pharmacy.

Topical steroids are used for treating inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis. The typical symptoms of these skin conditions include:

• Red and/or raised patches on the skin;
• Itchy and/or scaly patches;
• Itchy and/or moist bumps or spots;
• Dry skin.

Beclometasone reduces inflammation and calms the skin, relieving symptoms such as dryness, redness and itching.

Beclometasone is available as a cream. It is likely you will be prescribed the cream if the affected areas of your skin are moist or weeping. Apply a small amount to the areas of skin which are inflamed. Then gently rub it into the skin until it has disappeared. Take care to avoid getting the cream in the eyes. Wash your hands immediately after use. If you are using a moisturiser along with this preparation, apply the moisturiser first. Then wait 10 to 15 minutes before applying Beclometasone cream. This allows time for the moisturiser to be absorbed before the topical corticosteroid is applied. Topical corticosteroids should be used for the shortest possible time. Continue to use your cream until the flare-up has gone and then stop it. Consult your doctor for more information.

Beclometasone can be ordered online via a Dokteronline.com partner pharmacy. The duration of treatment should be determined by a doctor. Unless otherwise advised, the usual dose in adults is:

• a thin layer applied to the affected areas, once or twice daily.

This medicine is not suitable for children, unless a doctor advises otherwise. Read the package leaflet before use.

Beclometasone generally has few side effects, but in rare cases it has been known to cause:

• Skin irritation at the application site;
• Thinning of the treated skin;
• Striae (stripe-like skin marks), acne or hair growth at the application site (only if used long term).

Consult a doctor or pharmacist if you experience any side effects. For more information on side effects, see the package leaflet.

Beclometasone is not a suitable for everyone and should not be used if:

• You are allergic to beclometasone or any other ingredient in this medicine;
• The skin condition is due to other disorders in the body. For example, beclometasone should not be used to treat acne or rosacea.

Consult a doctor on the use of Beclometasone if you are already using a skin medicine.

Do not use Beclometasone if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless otherwise advised by your doctor.

This medicine does not affect your reaction time.

This medicine does not interact with alcohol.