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Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Uses of Betachlor Tablet
Side effects of Betachlor Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Betachlor
- Skin thinning
- Increased risk of infection
- Reduction in bone density
- Weight gain
- Mood changes
- Stomach upset
- Behavioural changes
How to use Betachlor Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
Avoid Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
How Betachlor Tablet works
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Betachlor Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet 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.
- Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Do not stop taking Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Betamethasone
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORYY
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Interaction with drugs
Taking Betachlor with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Serious
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Brand(s): Hospicin B
Serious
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet an antibiotic?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It's a glucocorticoid.
Q. Is Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet safe to use?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is not known to cause hair loss. Rather, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) on long-term use. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet.
Q. Does Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet work in retention edema?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is not used in retention edema. Glucocorticoids can cause fluid and salt retention as a side effect thereby causing edema or aggravating edema. However, Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet does not normally cause retention of salt and water and the risk of inducing edema and hypertension is almost negligible.
Q. Is Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet stronger than hydrocortisone?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet 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.
Q. Can I take Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet with ibuprofen?
An increase in the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may occur if non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) like ibuprofen are taken with corticosteroids. Talk to your doctor before taking Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet with any NSAID.
Q. Does Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet expire?
Yes, Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.
Q. Does Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet cause insomnia?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet can cause insomnia (inability to sleep). Most people find that using this medicine for a short time causes no problems. Talk to your doctor if you experience insomnia while taking Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet.
Q. Does Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet can cause weight gain especially when high doses taken for a long time or repeated short courses are taken. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet.
Q. Is Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet a steroid?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is a glucocorticoid and belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. These are synthesized naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Two main classes of corticosteroids, glucocorticoids, and mineralocorticoids are involved in a wide range of physiologic processes, including stress response, immune response, and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior.
Q. Is Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet a hydrocortisone?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is not a hydrocortisone. These are two different drugs which belong to the same group of medicines called steroids (also known as corticosteroids).
Q. Is Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet over the counter?
Betachlor Forte 1mg Tablet is not an over the counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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