Betamethasone benzoate Pharmacology

Betamethasone benzoate

About Betamethasone benzoate
It is a topical steroid
Mechanism of Action of Betamethasone benzoate
The drug exerts it`s pharmacological action by penetrating and binding to cytoplasmic receptor protein and causes a structural change in steroid receptor complex. This structural change allows it`s migration in to the nucleus and then binding to specific sites on the DNA which leads to transcription of specific m-RNA and which ultimately regulates protein synthesis. It exerts highly selective glucocorticoid action. It stimulates the enzymes needed to decrease the inflammatory response.
The drug exerts anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant actions as follows: - 1) Induce lipocortins in macrophages, endothelium, and fibroblasts which inhibits phospholipase A2 and thus decreases the production of Prostaglandins, leukotriens (LT), and platelet activating factor, 2) Causes negative regulation of genes for cytokines in macrophages, endothelial cells and lymphocytes and thus decreases the production of interleukins (IL-1, IL-2, IL-3, IL-6), TNF-alpha, GM-CSF (granulocyte macrophage colony stimulating factor), Gama interferon and suppresses fibroblast proliferation and T-lymphocyte functions and interferes chemotaxis. 3) Decreases the production of acute phase reactants from macrophages and endothelial cells and interferes complement function. 4) Decreases the production of ELAM-1(Endothelial leukocyte adhesion molecule-1) and ICAM-1(intracellular adhesion molecule-1) in endothelial cells. 5) Inhibit IgE mediated histamine and LT-C4 release from basophiles and the effects of antigen-antibody reaction is not mediated 6) Reduces the production of collagenase and stromolysin and thus prevents tissue destruction.
Pharmacokinets of Betamethasone benzoate
Absorption: It is absorbed in to the systemic circulation and the amount is depending on the potency, amount applied and the nature of the skin at the site of application. Absorption increases at the site of skin damage, inflammation or occlusion.

Onset of Action for Betamethasone benzoate
N/A
Duration of Action for Betamethasone benzoate
N/A
Half Life of Betamethasone benzoate
N/A
Side Effects of Betamethasone benzoate
1.Thinning of the skin
2.Loss of elasticity
3.Increased hair growth
4.Acne at the site of application
5.Mild depigmentation
6.Rosacea
Contra-indications of Betamethasone benzoate
1.Hypersensitivity to Betamethasone
2.Untreated bacterial virus or fungal infections
3.Acne vulgaris
4.Peri-oral dermatitis
5.Tuberculosis of the skin
6.Varicose ulcers
7.Skin lesions caused by infections with herpes simplex vaccinia or varicella viruses. fungi (e.g. Candida Tinea) or bacteria (e.g. impetigo)
8.Discoid lupus Erythematosus
Special Precautions while taking Betamethasone benzoate
1.Avoid contact with eyes
2.For external use only
3.Prolonged use
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
NEONATES: contraindicated
Indications for Betamethasone benzoate
1.Eczema
2.Psoriasis
3.Contact dermatitis
4.Anal and vulval Pruritis
5.Inflammation of the skin
Interactions for Betamethasone benzoate
N/A
Typical Dosage for Betamethasone benzoate
Apply thinly 1 -2 times daily.
Schedule of Betamethasone benzoate
N/A
Storage Requirements for Betamethasone benzoate
Store at room temperature in a well closed; light resistant container. Protect from excess heat and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Betamethasone benzoate
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Betamethasone benzoate
Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.

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