Betamethasone Valerate Cream
Betamethasone Valerate Cream contains betamethasone and is used for eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis. It is a cream, available in one strength and several pack sizes. You can compare the price per cream across options.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Betamethasone
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Cream
- Strengths
- 0.1%
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Betamethasone Valerate Cream on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Psoriasis · Eczema · Dermatitis
- Alternative names
- Betnovate
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
- Corticosteroid
- Minor side effects
- skin irritation; burning sensation; itching
- Moderate side effects
- skin thinning; stretch marks; telangiectasia
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Originator
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Onset time
- 1–2 days
- Duration
- 3–5 days
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to betamethasone; acne rosacea; perioral dermatitis; untreated skin infections
Precautions and warnings
avoid prolonged use on the face; avoid contact with eyes; apply with adequate ventilation; use with caution in psoriasis
Serious side effects
adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention; systemic absorption, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to alleviate inflammatory skin conditions, this treatment is indicated to support the management of dermatological irritation and associated redness.
Mechanism of action
Betamethasone valerate is a potent synthetic glucocorticoid that exerts anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive effects. It works by reducing the formation, release, and activity of endogenous chemical mediators of inflammation such as kinins, histamine, and prostaglandins, thereby mitigating skin swelling and discomfort.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Consult a specialist before use. Breastfeeding: Avoid application to the chest area to prevent ingestion by the infant.
Betamethasone Valerate Cream is a betamethasone cream in a 0.1% strength, classed as a corticosteroid. It is used for psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis. The originator company is GlaxoSmithKline, and the medicine is also known as Betnovate.
The active ingredient is a potent synthetic glucocorticoid. It reduces the formation, release and activity of inflammatory mediators such as kinins, histamine and prostaglandins, which calms swelling and discomfort. Signs of improvement usually appear within one to two days. Do not use it if you are hypersensitive to betamethasone or have acne rosacea, perioral dermatitis or an untreated skin infection. Keep it away from the eyes and avoid prolonged use on the face. Children should be treated with caution, because slowed growth and delayed weight gain are possible (MedlinePlus).
Ordering betamethasone cream for delivery to Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to one week; Standard Airmail up to three weeks. Prices show in ringgit by default. Compare what is available in the skin care category before ordering.
FAQ
What conditions does Betamethasone Valerate Cream treat?
Betamethasone Valerate Cream contains betamethasone and is taken for psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis. Betamethasone valerate is a potent synthetic glucocorticoid that exerts anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive effects.
What does Betamethasone Valerate Cream cost?
Betamethasone Valerate Cream comes in a 0.1% strength, in packs of 1 to 12 tubes. You'll see the price per tube for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tube. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
What other names is Betamethasone Valerate Cream sold under?
You may also see betamethasone sold as Betnovate.
How soon does Betamethasone Valerate Cream start working?
Betamethasone usually kicks in within 1 to 2 days. Timing varies from one person to the next.
Does Betamethasone Valerate Cream have side effects?
Yes, it can. The ones people notice most with betamethasone are skin irritation, burning sensation and itching. Some people also get skin thinning, stretch marks and telangiectasia. Rarer but serious: adrenal suppression and systemic absorption. These need urgent medical help.
What sort of medicine is Betamethasone Valerate Cream?
It's a generic: Betamethasone Valerate Cream goes by the name of its active ingredient, betamethasone, instead of a brand name. Who makes it depends on supply.
Can I get Betamethasone Valerate Cream without a prescription here?
Online, yes. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Betamethasone Valerate Cream. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Betamethasone Valerate Cream for delivery to Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Betamethasone Valerate Cream is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Betamethasone, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.