betasalic 6 ointment - Betamethasone (0.05% w/w) + Salicylic Acid (6% w/w) medicine

betasalic 6 ointment

4.8 (12 reviews)
๐Ÿญ Alive Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 23, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 23, 2026

What is betasalic 6 ointment used for?

Betnovate-S Ointment (Betamethasone + Salicylic Acid) is used to treat DERMA. It contains Betamethasone (0.05% w/w) + Salicylic Acid (6% w/w), which Betamethasone binds to glucocorticoid receptors, modulating gene expression to r. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Betamethasone + Salicylic Acid
  • Manufacturer: Alive Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š betasalic 6 ointment Uses & Benefits

Psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, ichthyosis, hyperkeratotic conditions.

Off-label uses: Lichen planus, Discoid lupus erythematosus

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Betamethasone + Salicylic Acid
Brand NameBetnovate-S Ointment
ManufacturerAlive Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassCorticosteroid + Keratolytic
Route of AdministrationTopical
StorageStore below 30ยฐC, protect from light.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionPercutaneous absorption varies; enhanced by inflamed skin or occlusion.
DistributionDistributed locally in skin; systemic absorption minimal with intact skin.
Protein BindingBetamethasone: ~64% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismBetamethasone: Hepatic via CYP3A4; Salicylic Acid: Hepatic conjugation.
Half-LifeBetamethasone: 36-54 hours; Salicylic Acid: 2-3 hours.
ExcretionBetamethasone: Renal (urine); Salicylic Acid: Renal (urine).
BioavailabilityMinimal systemic bioavailability with topical application.
Onset of ActionWithin a few days of regular application.
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable for topical use.
Duration of ActionVaries; typically 12-24 hours with once or twice daily application.

How It Works

Betamethasone binds to glucocorticoid receptors, modulating gene expression to reduce inflammation; Salicylic Acid dissolves intercellular cement, promoting desquamation.

Mechanism Steps

1Betamethasone binds to glucocorticoid receptor in cytoplasm.
2Receptor-ligand complex translocates to nucleus.
3Modulates gene transcription of anti-inflammatory proteins.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take betasalic 6 ointment

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of betasalic 6 ointment

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Burning
  • itching
  • irritation
  • dryness
  • folliculitis

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Skin atrophy
  • striae
  • HPA axis suppression
  • secondary infection

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Allergic contact dermatitis
  • hypertrichosis
  • pigmentation changes

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
CYP3A4 inhibitors Major Increased systemic corticosteroid effects
Anticoagulants Major Enhanced anticoagulant effect
NSAIDs Moderate Increased risk of GI ulceration
Aspirin Moderate Salicylate toxicity risk
Methotrexate Minor Increased methotrexate toxicity
Sulfonylureas Minor Altered blood glucose

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors
  • Anticoagulants

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • NSAIDs
  • Aspirin

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Methotrexate
  • Sulfonylureas

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, viral/fungal skin infections, acne vulgaris, rosacea, perioral dermatitis.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Skin atrophy, HPA axis suppression, local irritation.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Use with caution; avoid application to breast area.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Discontinue use; symptomatic treatment for systemic effects.

โฐ Missed Dose

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

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 23, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

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