Benicort Oral Drops

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Composition FOR Benicort NA Oral Drops

Betamethasone(NA)

food interaction for Benicort Oral Drops

alcohol interaction for Benicort Oral Drops

pregnancy interaction for Benicort Oral Drops

lactation interaction for Benicort Oral Drops

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Benicort Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Benicort Oral Drops with dietary sodium.
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Benicort Oral Drops.
UNSAFE
Benicort Oral Drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benicort Oral Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Benicort NA Oral Drops

Betamethasone(NA)

Benicort oral drops uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

How benicort oral drops works

Benicort Oral Drops is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

Common side effects of benicort oral drops

Reduction in bone density, Upset stomach

SUBSTITUTES FOR Benicort Oral Drops

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Benicort Oral Drops

  • Betamethasone can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at same time every day.
  • Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Betamethasone can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
  • Do not stop taking Betamethasone suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Frequently asked questions FOR Benicort NA Oral Drops

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Q. How does Benicort Oral Drops work?
Benicort Oral Drops works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness, and pain.
Q. Is Benicort Oral Drops safe to use?
Benicort Oral Drops is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to Benicort Oral Drops or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Benicort Oral Drops if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.
Q. Does Benicort Oral Drops cause hair loss?
No, Benicort Oral Drops is not known to cause hair loss. In fact, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) when used for a long-term duration. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Benicort Oral Drops.
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Q. Does Benicort Oral Drops cause weight gain?
Yes, Benicort Oral Drops may cause weight gain, especially when taken at high doses and used for a long time or repeated short courses. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Benicort Oral Drops.
Q. Is Benicort Oral Drops over the counter medicine?
No, Benicort Oral Drops is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.
Q. Is Benicort Oral Drops a steroid?
Yes, Benicort Oral Drops belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Benicort Oral Drops increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling). Many different conditions such as asthma, severe allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, etc can be improved by the use of Benicort Oral Drops, as they reduce inflammation in the body.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Benicort Oral Drops?
If you forget a dose of Benicort Oral Drops, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your 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 one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)