Medicine detail

Betamethasone valerate

Used for: Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

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Dermatology medicine Dermatology medicines ID 1844

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What It Is Used For

Used for: Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

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Active Ingredient

BETAMETHASONE VALERATE

Chemical Name

BETAMETHASONE VALERATE

Common Brands

BETAMETHASONE VALERATE

Generic / Alternate Names

BETAMETHASONE VALERATE

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Acne

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Cellulitis

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Eczema

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Fungal Skin Infection

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Psoriasis

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Rosacea

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Seborrheic Dermatitis

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Dry skin

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Itching

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Mole changes

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Peeling skin

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Pus or drainage

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Rash

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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Skin redness

Commonly used for skin inflammation, acne, infection, or visible skin-symptom care depending on formulation.

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