acnebet-n cream - Betamethasone (0.1% w/w) + Clindamycin (1% w/w) medicine

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๐Ÿญ Lumaire Labs Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jul 1, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jul 01, 2026

What is acnebet-n cream used for?

Acnebet-N Cream (Betamethasone + Clindamycin) is used to treat DERMA. It contains Betamethasone (0.1% w/w) + Clindamycin (1% w/w), which Betamethasone suppresses inflammation by inhibiting phospholipase A2 and reducin. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Betamethasone + Clindamycin
  • Manufacturer: Lumaire Labs Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š acnebet-n cream Uses & Benefits

Treatment of inflammatory acne vulgaris with bacterial infection.

Off-label uses: Seborrheic dermatitis, Eczema with secondary infection

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Betamethasone + Clindamycin
Brand NameAcnebet-N Cream
ManufacturerLumaire Labs Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassCorticosteroid + Antibiotic
Route of AdministrationTopical.
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionTopical absorption is minimal; systemic absorption may occur with prolonged use on large areas or occlusive dressings.
DistributionDistributes locally in skin; systemic distribution if absorbed.
Protein BindingBetamethasone: ~64% bound to albumin; Clindamycin: ~60-94% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismBetamethasone: Hepatic via CYP3A4; Clindamycin: Hepatic via CYP3A4 and other pathways.
Half-LifeBetamethasone: ~36-54 hours; Clindamycin: ~2-3 hours.
ExcretionBetamethasone: Renal (urine) and biliary; Clindamycin: Renal (10%) and biliary (metabolites).
BioavailabilityLow systemic bioavailability due to topical application.
Onset of ActionWithin a few days to weeks of regular use.
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable for topical use; systemic absorption peaks vary.
Duration of ActionVaries; typically applied twice daily.

How It Works

Betamethasone suppresses inflammation by inhibiting phospholipase A2 and reducing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis; Clindamycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosomal subunit.

Mechanism Steps

1Betamethasone binds to glucocorticoid receptor, inhibiting phospholipase A2 and reducing arachidonic acid release
2Decreased prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis leads to anti-inflammatory effect
3Clindamycin binds to 50S ribosomal subunit of bacteria

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take acnebet-n cream

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of acnebet-n cream

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Skin irritation
  • Dryness
  • Burning
  • Itching
  • Erythema

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Skin atrophy
  • Striae
  • Telangiectasia
  • Secondary infection
  • Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Allergic contact dermatitis
  • Perioral dermatitis
  • Acneiform eruptions

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Neuromuscular blocking agents Major Enhanced neuromuscular blockade
Erythromycin Major Antagonism of clindamycin effect
Warfarin Moderate Possible increased INR
CYP3A4 inhibitors Moderate Increased systemic betamethasone levels
CYP3A4 inducers Moderate Decreased betamethasone efficacy
Antacids Minor Reduced clindamycin absorption if oral
Kaolin Minor Reduced clindamycin absorption if oral

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Neuromuscular blocking agents
  • Erythromycin

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • CYP3A4 inhibitors
  • CYP3A4 inducers

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Kaolin

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions reported.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to betamethasone, clindamycin, or any component; viral or fungal skin infections; tuberculosis of skin.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Skin condition, signs of local irritation, systemic effects with prolonged use.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Use with caution; betamethasone and clindamycin are excreted in breast milk in small amounts.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Topical overdose unlikely; if ingested, symptomatic treatment.

โฐ Missed Dose

Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jul 01, 2026

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