Betamethasone (0.05% w/w) + Gentamicin (0.1% w/w) + Zinc Sulfate (0.5% w/w)

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🩺 Quick Overview

A fixed-dose combination topical preparation containing a potent corticosteroid (Betamethasone), an aminoglycoside antibiotic (Gentamicin), and an astringent/emollient (Zinc Sulfate). It is primarily used for the treatment of inflammatory dermatoses with secondary bacterial infection. The combination provides anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, antipruritic, antibacterial, and skin-protective actions.

Medical Uses

  • Infected eczema (acute and chronic)
  • Infected contact dermatitis
  • Infected seborrheic dermatitis
  • Infected psoriasis (plaque type)
  • Infected lichen simplex chronicus
  • Secondarily infected traumatic skin lesions

Side Effects

  • Local burning or stinging sensation
  • Itching at application site
  • Dryness of skin
  • Erythema
  • Folliculitis
  • Hypopigmentation (reversible initially)

💊 Dosage

Apply a thin film to the affected area 2-3 times daily, gently rubbing in. For otitis externa (ear drops): 2-3 drops instilled into the affected ear 3-4 times daily.

🏭 Available Brands

Betnovate-GM GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals LtdZincoderm-GM Macleods Pharmaceuticals LtdBetagel-GM Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt LtdBecozinc-GM Cipla LtdBetasone-GM Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd