BETAMINE FORTE Tablet 10's

Introduction About BETAMINE FORTE TABLET

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET contains Betamethasone, which belongs to the group of
medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used to manage many different types of
conditions, including asthma and severe allergic reactions, certain conditions
of the blood, rheumatoid arthritis (chronic inflammatory diseases affecting the
joints), autoimmune diseases (like systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and
polyarteritis nodosa), inflammatory conditions of the skin, kidney (like acute
interstitial nephritis), bowels (like ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease)
and heart, some connective tissue disorders and malignant lymphoma. BETAMINE
FORTE TABLET also help to manage organ transplant rejection following organ
transplant surgery.

Your doctor might recommend you take relevant tests to understand your condition
before starting management with BETAMINE FORTE TABLET. Avoid drinking alcohol
while using BETAMINE FORTE TABLET as it may worsen your existing condition.

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with an infection
and who are not taking antibiotics. Before taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET, inform
your doctor if you have kidney, liver, heart problems, underactive thyroid
gland, severe mental illness, tuberculosis, epilepsy, hypertension,
pheochromocytoma, glaucoma, or diabetes.

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution among women who are pregnant
or breastfeeding. BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution in children,
adolescents, and elderly patients. Contact your doctor if any of the above
symptoms worsen. Consult with your doctor if you experience any unusual
behaviors, self-harming or depression, etc. after taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

Uses Of BETAMINE FORTE TABLET

It is used to manage many different types of conditions including:

• Asthma
• Severe allergic reactions
• Certain conditions of the blood
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Autoimmune diseases (like systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and polyarteritis nodosa)
• Inflammatory conditions of the skin, kidney (like acute interstitial nephritis), bowels (like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease), and heart
• Some connective tissue disorders
• Malignant lymphoma
• Prevents organ transplant rejection following an organ transplant surgery

How BETAMINE FORTE TABLET Works

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET inhibits certain chemical pathways in the body which
reduces the formation of substances (arachidonic acid) that causes pain. It also
enhances anti-inflammatory genes like interleukin 10. Thus, it helps in reducing
pain and inflammation.

How to use BETAMINE FORTE TABLET

Take BETAMINE FORTE TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with
enough water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take BETAMINE FORTE
TABLET daily at the same time. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and
duration of BETAMINE FORTE TABLET for you depending on your age, body weight and
disease condition.

Side Effects Of BETAMINE FORTE TABLET

Rare

Stop taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET and contact your physician immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• feeling depressed and suicidal thoughts
• feeling high (m
• feeling anxious, having sleeping problems, having difficulty thinking or being confused, and losing the memory
• feeling, hearing or seeing things that do not exist
• having strange and frightening thoughts
• changing how you act or having feelings of being alone
• allergic reactions (signs include rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of the lips, face, throat, or tongue
• blistering or bleeding the skin including around the nose, lips, eyes, mouth, and genitals
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome (flu-like symptoms and fever)

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant women as it may
slow down the baby’s growth or may temporarily affect baby’s body and heart
movements. If you become pregnant while taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET, inform
your doctor and do not stop taking the medicine unless are told to do so by your
doctor. Consult your doctor before taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

!### Breastfeeding

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution by breastfeeding women as it
may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking BETAMINE
FORTE TABLET.

!### Kidney

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
diseases. Consult your doctor taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

!### Liver

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with liver
diseases. Consult your doctor before taking.

!### Allergy

Do not take BETAMINE FORTE TABLET if you are allergic to Betamethasone or any of
the other ingredients of this medicine.

!### Heart Disease

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart
diseases such as patients who had a recent heart attack. Consult your doctor
taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

Others

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET is not recommended for use if you have:

• an infection and / or taking antibiotics

Before taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET, inform your doctor if you have:

• tuberculosis (TB)
• epilepsy (fits)
• glaucoma (raised eye pressure)
• chickenpox, shingles, or measles, or having contact with a person having these
• diabetes
• underactive thyroid gland
• myasthenia gravis
• to be vaccinated or vaccinated
• hypertension (high blood pressure)
• osteoporosis (thinning of bones specifically in postmenopausal women)
• pheochromocytoma (tumor of adrenal gland)
• had an ulcer in stomach or gut
• blurred vision or other visual problems
• severe mental illness

Use in pediatrics:

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution in children. Your doctor will
decide the correct dose depending upon your child’s age, health condition and
body weight. consult with your child’s doctor.

Use in geriatrics:

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult
your doctor before taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicine:

• insulin or oral antidiabetic drugs (Ex. metformin, sitagli
• medicines used to manage HIV (Ex. ritonavir, cobicistat)
• medicine used for hypertension (Ex. amlodipine, telmisartan), heart problems (Ex. digoxin), hypotension (Ex. ephedrine)
• water tablets (diuretics) used to manage fluid retention (Ex. furosemide)
• medicines used for thinning of the blood (Ex. warfarin)
• medicines used to manage pain and inflammation such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Ex. ibuprofen), salicylates (Ex. aspirin)
• medicines used to manage glaucoma (Ex. acetazolamide)
• medicines used for myasthenia gravis (Ex. pyridostigmine)
• medicines used to manage tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin, rifabutin)
• medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin, primidone, phenobarbitone, aminoglutethimide)
• medicines used as oral contrace
• medicines used to induce abortion in early pregnancy (Ex. mifepristone)
• growth hormones to manage conditions like growth failure and short stature (Ex. somatropin)
• medicines used as muscle relaxants (Ex. vecuronium)
• medicines used to manage infections (Ex. fluoroquinolones such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin)
• medicines used to improve symptoms of mental illnesses (Ex. quetiapine)
• medicines used to manage bad acne (Ex. tretinoin)
• medicines used to manage ulcers (Ex. carbenoxolone)
• amphotericin-B (used to manage fungal infections)
• theophylline (used to manage asthma and other allergic conditions)

Overdosage

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of BETAMINE FORTE TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Betamethasone
Pharmacological Category	:	Corticosteroids
Therapeutic Indication	:	Asthma, severe allergic reactions, certain conditions of the blood, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases (like systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and polyarteritis nodosa), inflammatory conditions of the skin, kidney (like acute interstitial nephritis), bowels (like ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease) and heart, some connective tissue disorders, malignant lymphoma. Management of organ transplant rejection
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Gel, Cream, Ointment, Lotion, Oral drops, Oil, Eye/Ear drops, Injection

More Information

• Keep BETAMINE FORTE TABLET out of reach from children
• Store BETAMINE FORTE TABLET at a temperature not more than 25°C

FAQs About BETAMINE FORTE TABLET

Is BETAMINE FORTE TABLET a steroid?

Yes. BETAMINE FORTE TABLET is a potent steroid which inhibits certain chemical
pathways in the body, which reduces the formation of substances (arachidonic
acid) that cause pain. It also enhances anti-inflammatory genes like
interleukin. Therefore, it helps in reducing pain and inflammation.

What if I forget to take a dose of BETAMINE FORTE TABLET?

If you forget a dose of BETAMINE FORTE TABLET, take it as soon as you remember.
However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take
the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make
up for the missed dose, as this may increase the chances of developing side
effects.

Is it safe to use BETAMINE FORTE TABLET during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women as it may
slow down the baby’s growth or may temporarily affect the baby’s body and heart
movements. you become pregnant while taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET, inform your
doctor and do not stop taking the medicine unless told to do so. BETAMINE FORTE
TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it may pass through
the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

When BETAMINE FORTE TABLET is not recommended?

BETAMINE FORTE TABLET is not recommended for use if you have an infection and
are not taking antibiotics for it. Please consult with your doctor before taking
BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

Can I stop taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET on my own?

It is very important to keep taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET till the time your
doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not stop taking it on your own, even if your
symptoms resolve and you feel better. If you stop taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET
suddenly, you may experience fever, joint and muscle pain, itching, mood
changes, dizziness, loss of weight, fainting, or headache. Consult with your
doctor if you wish to discontinue taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET.

What precautions should I take while taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET?

While getting managed with BETAMINE FORTE TABLET, keep away from patients having
chicken pox or shingles and even tell your doctor beforehand if you yourself had
them. Contact your doctor if you feel you got in touch with someone having these
as taking BETAMINE FORTE TABLET may worsen the condition.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Absolute Eosinophil Count
• Peripheral Smear Examination
• Total IgE