Luxiq?

Related terms

Brand Names: U.S.: Celestone?;Celestone? Soluspan?;Diprolene?;Diprolene? AF;Luxiq?
Brand Names: Canada: Betaderm;BetajectT;Betnesol?;Betnovate?;Celestone? Soluspan?;Diprolene?;Diprolene? Glycol;Diprosone?;Ectosone;Prevex? B;ratio-Ectosone;Ratio-Topilene;ratio-Topilene;Ratio-Topisone;ratio-Topisone;Rivasone;Rolene;Rosone;Taro-Sone;Valisone? Scalp Lotion

Uses

It is used to ease allergy signs.
It is used to treat Addison's disease.
It is used to treat arthritis.
It is used to treat asthma.
It is used to treat brain swelling.
It is used to treat COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
It is used to treat swelling in parts of the body.
It is used to treat leukemia.
It is used to treat lymphoma.
It is used to treat organ transplant.
It is used to treat sarcoidosis.
It is used to treat skin rashes.
It is used to treat spinal cord injuries.
It is used to treat ulcerative colitis.
It is used to help mature the baby's lungs. It is given to pregnant women who may deliver early.
Betamethasone replaces a chemical made in the body.
It lowers or stops the body's reaction to the allergen.
It stops or lowers irritation and swelling.
It lowers the body's harmful response to diseases of the immune system.
In pregnant women, it helps make the baby's lungs stronger.

Dosing

How to take
Oral:
Take in the morning if taking once a day.
Take with food to stop an upset stomach.
Those who have feeding tubes may also use the liquid. Flush the feeding tube before and after this drug is given.
Take calcium and vitamin D as you were told by your doctor.
Skin:
Do not take this drug by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
Wash your hands before and after use.
Clean affected part before use. Make sure to dry well.
Put a thin layer on the affected skin and rub in gently.
To use on the scalp, part your hair. Put drug on the affected skin. Rub in gently and let it dry. You may wash your hair as normal.
Shot:
It is given as a shot into a muscle.

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