Betamethasone Valerate is a human prescription drug labeled by 'Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc.'. National Drug Code (NDC) number for Betamethasone Valerate is 0713-0327. This drug is available in dosage form of Ointment. The names of the active, medicinal ingredients in Betamethasone Valerate drug includes Betamethasone Valerate - 1.2 mg/g . The currest status of Betamethasone Valerate drug is Active.

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Indications and usage topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

General systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids has produced reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (hpa) axis suppression, manifestations of cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia, and glucosuria in some patients. conditions which augment systemic absorption include the application of the more potent steroids, use over large surface areas, prolonged use, and the addition of occlusive dressings. therefore, patients receiving a large dose of a potent topical steroid applied to a large surface area should be evaluated periodically for evidence of hpa axis suppression by using the urinary free cortisol and acth stimulation tests. if hpa axis suppression is noted, an attempt should be made to withdraw the drug, to reduce the frequency of application, or substitute to a less potent steroid. recovery of hpa axis function is generally prompt and complete upon discontinuation of the drug. infrequently, signs and symptoms of steroid withdrawal may occur, requiring supplemental systemic cor Read more...

Dosage and administration apply a thin film of betamethasone valerate cream or ointment to the affected skin areas one to three times a day. dosage once or twice a day is often effective.

Contraindications topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.

Adverse reactions the following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. these reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae and miliaria. to report suspected adverse reactions, contact cosette pharmaceuticals, inc. at 1-800-922-1038 or fda at 1-800-fda-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Pregnancy teratogenic effects — pregnancy category c corticosteroids are generally teratogenic in laboratory animals when administered systemically at relatively low dosage levels. the more potent corticosteroids have been shown to be teratogenic after dermal application in laboratory animals. there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women on teratogenic effects from topically applied corticosteroids. therefore, topical corticosteroids should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. drugs of this class should not be used extensively on pregnant patients, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods of time.

Pediatric use pediatric patients may demonstrate greater susceptibility to topical corticosteroid-induced hpa axis suppression and cushing's syndrome than mature patients because of a larger skin surface area to body weight ratio. hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (hpa) axis suppression, cushing's syndrome, and intracranial hypertension have been reported in children receiving topical corticosteroids. manifestations of adrenal suppression in children include linear growth retardation, delayed weight gain, low plasma cortisol levels, and absence of response to acth stimulation. manifestations of intracranial hypertension include bulging fontanelles, headaches, and bilateral papilledema. administration of topical corticosteroids to pediatric patients should be limited to the least amount compatible with an effective therapeutic regimen. chronic corticosteroid therapy may interfere with the growth and development of children.

Overdosage topically applied corticosteroids can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects (see precautions ).

Description betamethasone valerate cream and ointment contain betamethasone valerate usp, a synthetic adrenocorticosteroid for dermatologic use. betamethasone, an analog of prednisolone, has a high degree of glucocorticoid activity and a slight degree of mineralocorticoid activity. betamethasone valerate is a white to practically white odorless crystalline powder practically insoluble in water, freely soluble in acetone and chloroform, soluble in alcohol, and slightly soluble in benzene and ether. chemically, it is 9-fluoro-11β,17,21-trihydroxy-16β-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione 17-valerate. the structural formula is: each gram of the 0.1% cream contains 1.2 mg betamethasone valerate (equivalent to 1 mg betamethasone) in a soft, white, hydrophilic cream of purified water, mineral oil, sodium phosphate monobasic (monohydrate), white petrolatum, polyethylene glycol 1000, ceteareth-15, stearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, propylene glycol, phosphoric acid (to adjust ph, if required); chlorocresol is present as a preservative. each gram of the 0.1% ointment contains 1.2 mg betamethasone valerate (equivalent to 1 mg betamethasone) in an ointment base of white petrolatum, mineral oil, and hydrogenated lanolin. structural formula

Clinical pharmacology topical corticosteroids share anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive actions. the mechanism of anti-inflammatory activity of the topical corticosteroids is unclear. various laboratory methods, including vasoconstrictor assays, are used to compare and predict potencies and/or clinical efficacies of the topical corticosteroids. there is some evidence to suggest that a recognizable correlation exists between vasoconstrictor potency and therapeutic efficacy in man.

Pharmacokinetics the extent of percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids is determined by many factors including the vehicle, the integrity of the epidermal barrier, and the use of occlusive dressings. topical corticosteroids can be absorbed from normal intact skin. inflammation and/or other disease processes in the skin increase percutaneous absorption. occlusive dressings substantially increase the percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids. thus, occlusive dressings may be a valuable therapeutic adjunct for treatment of resistant dermatoses. once absorbed through the skin, topical corticosteroids are handled through pharmacokinetic pathways similar to systemically administered corticosteroids. corticosteroids are bound to plasma proteins in varying degrees. corticosteroids are metabolized primarily in the liver and are then excreted by the kidneys. some of the topical corticosteroids and their metabolites are also excreted into the bile.

Carcinogenesis, mutagenesis and impairment of fertility long-term animal studies have not been performed to evaluate the carcinogenic potential or the effect on fertility of topical corticosteroids. studies to determine mutagenicity with prednisolone and hydrocortisone have revealed negative results.

How supplied betamethasone valerate cream usp, 0.1% is supplied as follows: 15 g tubes ndc 0713-0326-15 45 g tubes ndc 0713-0326-37 betamethasone valerate ointment usp, 0.1% is supplied as follows: 15 g tubes ndc 0713-0327-15 45 g tubes ndc 0713-0327-37 store at room temperature 15°-30°c (59°-86°f) [see usp controlled room temperature]. distributed by: cosette pharmaceuticals, inc. south plainfield, nj 07080 rev. 03/2022 8-betvcplnc3 vc7618

Information for patients patients using topical corticosteroids should receive the following information and instructions: 1. this medication is to be used as directed by the physician.. it is for external use only. avoid contact with the eyes. 2. patients should be advised not to use this medication for any disorder other than that for which it was prescribed. 3. the treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be occlusive unless directed by the physician. 4. patients should report any signs of local adverse reactions especially under occlusive dressing. 5. parents of pediatric patients should be advised not to use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on a child being treated in the diaper area, as these garments may constitute occlusive dressings.

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