Betamethasone

Topical betamethasone is a potent corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and itching in selected skin conditions. Combination products may also contain an antimicrobial and should be matched to the diagnosed problem.

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Lotrisone

Fungal Skin Infection, Dermatosis

10g

Betamethasone with clotrimazole as a cream in a 10g tube, applied for fungal skin infection and dermatosis. An antifungal alongside a corticosteroid.

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Betnovate

Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis

0.1%

Betamethasone 0.1% cream, applied to the skin for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical corticosteroid acting at glucocorticoid receptors.

From$1.63/ creamView

Fusiderm B

Eczema, Dermatitis

2/0.12%

Fusiderm B is betamethasone with fusidic acid as a cream for eczema and dermatitis, a potent steroid alongside an antibacterial agent.

From$21.46/ tubeView

Betamethasone and Fusidic Acid Cream

Eczema, Infected Dermatitis

2/0.12%

Betamethasone with fusidic acid as a 2/0.12% cream for eczema and infected dermatitis. A potent corticosteroid alongside an antibacterial.

From$21.46/ tubeView

Wynzora

Plaque Psoriasis

0.05/0.005%

Betamethasone with calcipotriol as a cream for plaque psoriasis. A potent corticosteroid alongside a vitamin D analogue that settles cell turnover.

From$47.43/ tubeView

Diprolene

Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis

0.1%

Betamethasone as a 0.1% cream for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical steroid that damps the local immune response and swelling.

From$7.01/ tubeView

About

Key points

Betamethasone potency and formulation affect where and how it can be used safely.
It can mask or worsen infection when used without the appropriate diagnosis or combination treatment.
Rapidly spreading redness, severe pain, fever, facial swelling or breathing difficulty needs urgent care.

Listings are for comparison only. Suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, stock, destination rules and prescription requirements.

What Betamethasone is used for

Topical forms may be prescribed for eczema, dermatitis or psoriasis. A combination product may be used for selected infected dermatitis or fungal skin infection only when all ingredients are appropriate.

Important form differences

Creams, ointments and scalp preparations suit different sites. Combination products are not interchangeable with plain betamethasone, and the active ingredients should be checked before use.

Important safety checks

The face, eyelids, skin folds, genitals, broken skin and large areas absorb more steroid or are more vulnerable to adverse effects. Prolonged use can thin skin and suppress adrenal function. Do not apply to an undiagnosed rash or near the eye unless specifically directed.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for facial swelling or breathing difficulty. Arrange prompt assessment for rapidly spreading redness, severe pain, fever, pus, extensive blistering, eye pain or new visual change after use near the eye.