Gentamicin Topical is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections. Betamethasone Topical is generally used in treatment of the treatment of allergy symptoms.
Side effects
Allergic reaction
Application site reactions (burning
Facial swelling
irritation
Itching
itching and redness)
Skin redness
How it works
Gentamicin Topical is an antibiotic which treats the infection by killing bacteria. It kills the bacteria by preventing the supply of proteins that are essential for the bacteria to carry out vital functions. Betamethasone Topical is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Gentamicin Topical a macrolide, steroid or a sulfa drug? Gentamicin Topical belongs to broad spectrum aminoglycoside. It is not a sulfa , macrolide or steroidal drug.
Q. Does Gentamicin Topical cause hearing loss or burn? Yes Gentamicin Topical can cause hearing loss if used inappropriately. It can cause burning of eyes.
Q. Is betamethasone cream available as over the counter (OTC) product? Betamethasone cream is not available as OTC product
Q. Does Betamethasone Topical lighten skin/ bleach skin? Betamethasone Topical may cause skin pigmentation in few patients. It may lighten or darken the skin color. Do not use betamethasone without doctor's advice
Q. Is betamethasone valerate used for acne/ ringworm? No. Betamethasone valerate can be used in conditions like eczema (a type of itchy skin rash), atopic dermatitis (inflammation of skin) and psoriasis of the scalp, hands and feet
Q. Does betnesol work in retention edema? No. Betnesol (i.e. betamethasone) cannot be used in retention edema. On the contrary, it causes the fluid and salt retention thereby adding to the edema problem
Q. Is betamethasone stronger than hydrocortisone? Betamethasone 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.
Product Details
SKU: PC-57358 Product Description: Dipnate gm Ointment is manufactured by Karlin Pharmaceuticals & Exports Pvt Ltd Packing: Tube Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.