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Betamethasone Topical: Uses, Side Effects and Dosage

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Source: FDA drug labeling via NLM DailyMed · About this document

Patient information: uses, side effects, how to take - Betamethasone Topical

What is betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented)?

Betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) is a prescription corticosteroid medicine used on the skin (topical) for the relief of redness, swelling, heat, pain (inflammation) and itching, caused by certain skin problems in people 13 years of age and older.

  • Betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) should not be used in children under 13 years of age.

Do not use betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) if you are allergic to betamethasone dipropionate or any of the ingredients in betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented). See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented).

Before using betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented), tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

  • have had irritation or other skin reaction to a steroid medicine in the past.
  • have thinning of the skin (atrophy) at the treatment site.
  • have diabetes.
  • have adrenal gland problems.
  • have liver problems.
  • have cataracts or glaucoma.

  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) will harm your unborn baby. If you use betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) during pregnancy, use betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) on the smallest area of the skin and for the shortest time needed.

  • are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) passes into your breast milk. Breastfeeding women should use betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) on the smallest area of the skin and for the shortest time needed. Do not apply betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) directly to the nipple and areola to avoid contact with your baby.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take other corticosteroid medicines by mouth or injection or use other products on your skin or scalp that contain corticosteroids.

Do not use other products containing a steroid medicine with betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) without talking to your healthcare provider first.

How should I use betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented)?

  • Use betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to use it.
  • Apply a thin layer (film) of betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) to the affected skin area 1 or 2 times each day. Do not use more than 50 grams of betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) in 1 week.
  • Do not bandage, cover, or wrap the treated skin area unless your healthcare provider tells you to.
  • Betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) should not be used to treat diaper rash or redness.
  • Avoid using betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) on the face, groin, or underarms (armpits) or if thinning of the skin (atrophy) is present at the treatment site.
  • Wash your hands after applying betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) unless you are using the medicine to treat your hands.

What are the possible side effects of betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented)?

Betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) may cause serious side effects, including:

  • Betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) can pass through your skin. Too much betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) passing through your skin can cause your adrenal glands to stop working properly. Your healthcare provider may do blood tests to check for adrenal gland problems.
  • Cushing’s syndrome, a condition that happens when your body is exposed to too much of the hormone cortisol.
  • High blood sugar (hyperglycemia).
  • Effects on growth and weight in children.
  • Vision problems. Topical corticosteroids including betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) may increase your chance of developing cataract(s) and glaucoma. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop blurred vision or other vision problems during treatment with betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented).
  • Skin problems. Skin problems including, allergic reactions (contact dermatitis) may happen during treatment with betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented). Stop using betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) and tell your healthcare provider if you develop any skin reactions or have problems with healing during treatment with betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented).

Your healthcare provider may do certain blood tests to check for side effects.

The most common side effect of betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) in adults includes stinging.

The most common side effects of betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) in children include thinning of the skin (atrophy), tiny red lines or blood vessels showing under the skin (telangiectasia), bruising and shininess.

These are not all of the possible side effects of betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented). Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How should I store betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented)?

  • Store betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C). Protect from freezing.
  • Keep betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) and all medicines out of the reach of children.

General information about the safe and effective use of betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented).

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented) that is written for health professionals.

What are the ingredients in betamethasone dipropionate cream (augmented)?

Active ingredient: betamethasone dipropionate

Inactive ingredients: carbomer homopolymer type C; ceteareth-30; chlorocresol; cyclomethicone; glyceryl oleate/propylene glycol; propylene glycol; purified water; sodium hydroxide; sorbitol solution; white petrolatum; and white wax.

Manufactured by Padagis

Yeruham, Israel

www.padagis.com

Rev 03-23

1E600 RC PH1

This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Source: FDA drug labeling via NLM DailyMed · Application number: ANDA 076592 · View the label on DailyMed

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Drug information for Betamethasone Topical

Rx or OTC
Prescription (Rx)?
  • This drug is available only with a prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
  • Rx
Drug class Corticosteroid
Active ingredient Betamethasone dipropionate 0.5 mg/g
Dosage form Cream
Route Topical
Marketing status listed in the FDA NDC Directory
Company (applicant) PADAGIS ISRAEL
FDA approval ANDA 076592Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) – generic drug Approved December 9, 2003
Therapeutic equivalence (TE) code ABCodes starting with A mean the FDA rates the drug therapeutically equivalent to its reference drug (Orange Book).
Manufacturers 21 labelers list this drug on DailyMed
Packages (NDC)
Package
0.5 mg/g – 15 g in 1 tube / 1 in 1 carton NDC 45802-376-35
0.5 mg/g – 50 g in 1 tube / 1 in 1 carton NDC 45802-376-32

Source: FDA drug labeling via NLM DailyMed, data as of October 31, 2026. FDA data (DailyMed, Orange Book, Drug Shortages, enforcement reports). Not a substitute for the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.