Betamethasone

Indications

• • skin irritation, such as itching and flaking from eczema

• psoriasis

  • phimosis

  • Stimulation of fetal lung maturation (prevention of IRDS)

Administration/Absorption

• • topical cream, ointment, foam, lotion or gel to treat itching

  • IM

  • IV

Dosage

Distribution

Mechanism

• • moderately potent glucocorticoid steroid

    • anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties

Excretion

Side effects

• • hypoglycemia and leukocytosis in newborns exposed in utero.

Interactions

Contraindications