Betnovate RD Cream / Ointment 100g
£27.19
- Relieves Flare-Ups Of Eczema And Dermatitis
- Soothes Itchy, Red, Dry Skin
- Active Ingredient: Betamethasone
- Buy With Confidence From UK Registered Pharmacy
- Includes Free Prescription
Betnovate RD cream is used to treat inflammatory skin disorders, such as eczema. Its active ingredient is betamethasone valerate, a potent corticosteroid.
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What is Betnovate RD cream used for ?
Betnovate RD cream is used to treat inflammatory skin disorders, such as eczema. Its active ingredient is betamethasone valerate, a potent corticosteroid. Betnovate RD is a 1 in 4 dilution of Betnovate cream and is used in situations where normal Betnovate would be too strong. This cream is easy to apply and is absorbed quickly into the affected area. Betnovate RD cream is most suited for skin that is moist or weeping. It is used to control outbreaks of skin inflammation rather than as a long-term preventative measure. Corticosteroids, such as betamethasone valerate are anti-inflammatory medicines. The skin becomes inflamed when the body releases inflammatory chemicals in response to an allergen or irritation. These chemicals make blood vessels widen, causing the skin to swell and become itchy and painful. Corticosteroids inhibit the body’s inflammatory response by preventing cells from releasing large amounts of these substances. As well as eczema, Betnovate RD cream can be used to treat the following skin disorders: Psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, allergic reaction to insect bites, prurigo nodularis, neurodermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, discoid lupus erythematosus, generalised erythroderma, lichen planus.What are the benefits of using Betnovate RD cream?
Corticosteroids, such as betamethasone valerate, are anti-inflammatory medicines. The skin becomes inflamed when the body releases inflammatory chemicals in response to an allergen or irritation. These chemicals make blood vessels widen, causing the skin to swell and become itchy and painful. Corticosteroids inhibit the body’s inflammatory response by preventing cells from releasing large amounts of these substances. Betnovate is also available as a generic betamethasone cream. This has identical medicinal properties but may have a lower price due to being unbranded. As well as cream or ointment, Betnovate also comes in lotion, gel and drops.How is Betnovate RD Cream applied?
Apply this product thinly and carefully to the affected area(s). This should be done one or two times per day. The dose can be decreased once symptoms begin to improve. If you have been using airtight dressings on the inflamed skin, clean the affected area before using the cream, and apply a new dressing. Remember to wash your hands after each application. It is advised not to use Betnovate for more than 10 days. Talk to your GP if you do not notice improved symptoms after 7 days of regular treatment. This medicine should not be used on any facial skin. You may be using other topical medicines alongside Betnovate cream. If this is the case, you are advised to wait at least 30 minutes between applications. This will prevent any medicine from becoming diluted.What do I need to be aware of before using Betnovate RD Cream?
Reading the following warnings carefully will help to ensure you are selecting an appropriate product. This medicine is unsuitable for you if you are allergic to any of Betnovate's ingredients. Betnovate cream can cause the following conditions to worsen:- Acne
- Perioral dermatitis (a rash around the mouth)
- Viral infections (e.g. cold sores, herpes, chicken pox)
- Bacterial infections
- Fungal infections (e.g. thrush, athlete’s foot)
- Rosacea (a flushing of the skin around the nose).
- Have a history of allergic reactions to steroid medicines
- Are applying Betnovate under an airtight dressing
- Have a large area of affected skin
- Are using Betnovate on the face, especially near the eyes
- Are applying Betnovate to broken skin or skin folds
- Have psoriasis
- Are using Betnovate on a chronic leg ulcer
- Are pregnant or may become pregnant.
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Eczema
Atopic eczema causes the skin to become itchy, dry, cracked and sore.
Some people only have small patches of dry skin, but others may experience widespread inflamed skin all over the body.
Inflamed skin can become red on lighter skin, and darker brown, purple or grey on darker skin. This can also be more difficult to see on darker skin.
Although atopic eczema can affect any part of the body, it most often affects the hands, insides of the elbows, backs of the knees and the face and scalp in children.
People with atopic eczema usually have periods when symptoms are less noticeable, as well as periods when symptoms become more severe (flare-ups).
The exact cause of atopic eczema is unknown, but it’s clear it is not down to one single thing.
Atopic eczema often occurs in people who get allergies. “Atopic” means sensitivity to allergens.
It can run in families, and often develops alongside other conditions, such as asthma and hay fever.
The symptoms of atopic eczema often have certain triggers, such as soaps, detergents, stress and the weather.
Sometimes food allergies can play a part, especially in young children with severe eczema.
You may be asked to keep a food diary to try to determine whether a specific food makes your symptoms worse.
Allergy tests are not usually needed, although they’re sometimes helpful in identifying whether a food allergy may be triggering symptoms.
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Side Effects
Not everyone will experience side effects when they use Betnovate RD cream, however, if you do they can include:
An itching or burning sensation on the affected area
If you are concerned about these effects, or if the product affects you in any other way, stop using it and talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
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