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Why is this drug prescribed?

This medicine contains the active ingredient betamethasone dipropionate, which is a type of medicine called a corticosteroid.

Corticosteroids are medicines used for reducing inflammation. Inflammation of the skin happens due to irritation of the skin, and is caused by the release of various substances that are important in the immune system. These substances cause blood vessels to widen, resulting in the irritated area becoming red, swollen, itchy and painful.

When betamethasone is applied to the skin it works by acting inside the skin cells to decrease the release of these inflammatory substances. This reduces swelling, redness and itch. Betamethasone is a potent corticosteroid that is applied to the skin to treat a wide variety of inflammatory skin diseases, such as eczema.

The active ingredient is formulated in a moisturising base that provides a layer of oil on the surface of the skin, helping to prevent water from evaporating from the skin surface. This helps reduce the dryness, scaling and itching of skin conditions such as eczema.

Most important fact about this drug

When you use Diprosone, you inevitably absorb some of the medication through your skin and into the bloodstream. Too much absorption can lead to unwanted side effects elsewhere in the body. To keep this problem to a minimum, avoid using large amounts of Diprosone over large areas, and do not cover it with airtight dressings such as plastic wrap or adhesive bandages.

How should you take this medication?

Apply Diprosone in a thin film, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. A typical regimen is 1 or 2 applications per day. Do not use the medication for longer than prescribed.

Diprosone is for use only on the skin. Be careful to keep it out of your eyes.

Once you have applied Diprosone, never cover the skin with an airtight bandage or other tight dressing.

For a fungal or bacterial skin infection, you will need antifungal or antibacterial medication in addition to Diprosone. If improvement is not prompt, you should stop using Diprosone until the infection is visibly clearing.

--If you miss a dose...

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.

--Storage instructions...

Store at room temperature.

What side effects may occur?

Side effects cannot be anticipated. A possible side effect of Diprosone is stinging or burning of the skin where the medication is applied.

• Other side effects on the skin may include:
  Acne-like eruptions, atrophy, "broken'' capillaries (fine reddish lines), cracking or tightening, dryness, excess hair growth, infected hair follicles, inflammation, irritation, itching, prickly heat, rash, redness, sensitivity to touch

Diprosone can be absorbed and produce side effects elsewhere in the body; see the "Overdosage'' section below.

Why should this drug not be prescribed?

Do not use Diprosone if you are sensitive to it or any other steroid medication.

Special warnings about this medication

Do not use Diprosone to treat any condition other than the one for which it was prescribed.

Possible food and drug interactions when taking this medication

Do not use Diprosone with any other steroid-containing product. Such combinations increase the chance of absorption and side effects.

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

It is not known whether Diprosone, when applied to skin, causes any problem during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It's considered best for pregnant women to avoid the product unless its possible benefits outweigh the potential risk. If it must be used, it should not be applied extensively, in large amounts, or for a long period of time.

Recommended dosage

DIPROSONE Cream and Ointment: Apply a small amount to the affected area twice daily. For some patients adequate maintenance therapy may be achieved with once daily application.

In most cases, 4 weeks continuous treatment should be considered the maximum.

Children: Administration of topical corticosteroids to children should be limited to the least amount compatible with an effective therapeutic regimen.

Overdosage

With copious or prolonged use of Diprosone, hormone absorbed into the bloodstream may cause high blood sugar, sugar in the urine, and a group of symptoms called Cushing's syndrome.

• Symptoms of Cushing's syndrome may include:
  Acne, depression, excessive hair growth, high blood pressure, humped upper back, insomnia, moon-faced appearance, muscle weakness, obese trunk, paranoia, stretch marks, susceptibility to bruising, fractures, infections, retardation of growth, wasted limbs

Cushing's syndrome may also trigger the development of diabetes mellitus. Left uncorrected, the syndrome may become serious. If you suspect your use of Diprosone has led to this problem, seek medical attention immediately.