Benicort 0.5mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026
What is benicort 0.5mg tablet used for?
Benicort 0.5mg Tablet contains Betamethasone, a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and suppresses the immune response. It is used to treat respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies, as well as inflammatory disorders. It works by blocking the release of substances that cause inflammation.
- Generic Name: Betamethasone (0.5mg)
- Manufacturer: P & B Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
๐ benicort 0.5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Betamethasone (0.5mg) |
| Brand Name | benicort 0.5mg tablet |
| Manufacturer | P & B Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Glucocorticoids |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take benicort 0.5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
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โ ๏ธ Side Effects of benicort 0.5mg tablet
- Reduction in bone density
- Upset stomach
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| NSAIDs | Moderate | Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding |
| Diuretics | Moderate | Increased potassium loss |
| Anticoagulants | Major | Enhanced anticoagulant effect |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
Liver
Low
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low
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๐ Substitutes for benicort 0.5mg tablet
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betaken 0.5mg tabletKentreck Laboratories Pvt Ltd โน2.81 75.1% CHEAPER
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betapen 0.5mg tabletMorepen Laboratories Ltd โน2.87 74.6% CHEAPER
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cortibet 0.5mg tabletAnhox Healthcare Pvt Ltd โน3.07 72.8% CHEAPER
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betnecip 0.5mg tabletCipla Ltd โน3.08 72.7% CHEAPER
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betamine tabletUnimarck Pharma India Ltd โน3.09 72.7% CHEAPER
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eurobet 0.5mg tabletEuro Biogenics โน3.11 72.5% CHEAPER
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celestone 0.5mg tabletFulford India Ltd โน3.14 72.2% CHEAPER
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betasop-s tabletNeutec Healthcare Pvt Ltd โน3.20 71.7% CHEAPER
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betzon tabletMedicraft Group โน3.44 69.6% CHEAPER
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besole 0.5mg tabletSun Life Sciences Pvt Ltd โน3.50 69% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.