Diprolene
Betamethasone as a 0.1% cream for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical steroid that damps the local immune response and swelling.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Betamethasone
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Cream
- Strengths
- 0.1%
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Diprolene on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Eczema · Psoriasis · Dermatitis
- Alternative names
- Diprosone
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
- Glucocorticoid
- Minor side effects
- burning; itching; dryness
- Moderate side effects
- skin atrophy; striae; folliculitis
- Serious side effects
- cushing's syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Originator
- Merck Sharp & Dohme
- Onset Time
- Within hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Caution advised.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to betamethasone; untreated bacterial skin infections; rosacea; acne
Precautions and warnings
do not use on broken skin; avoid prolonged use on large areas; do not use under occlusive dressings unless advised
Patient summary
Betamethasone as a 0.1% cream for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical steroid that damps the local immune response and swelling.
Mechanism of action
Functions as a potent topical anti-inflammatory that suppresses the immune response and reduces local oedema and erythema by acting on the glucocorticoid receptors in the skin tissue.
Diprolene is a well-known brand of betamethasone, used to treat the inflammation and itching associated with eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. The same active ingredient is also sold under the brand name Diprosone, supplied in tube form with a strength of 0.1%. Merck Sharp & Dohme manufactures this treatment, which is formulated for topical application to the skin.
Buying Diprolene online
Ordering online offers a practical solution for expats and residents living far from an established stockist who require consistent access to this effective preparation.
What you will receive
Diprolene is the originator brand name, made by Merck Sharp & Dohme. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Merck Sharp & Dohme and do not ship the original Diprolene.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Betamethasone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.