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Betamethasone Topical Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 18, 2023.

Applies to the following strengths: benzoate 0.025%; dipropionate 0.05%; valerate 0.1%; dipropionate 0.1%; dipropionate, augmented 0.05%; 0.12%

Usual Adult Dose for:

Usual Pediatric Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Adult Dose for Dermatitis

Cream, gel, ointment: Apply a thin film topically to the affected area 1 or 2 times a day
Foam, lotion: Apply topically twice a day (morning and night)

Comments:


Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Adult Dose for Plaque Psoriasis

Spray:

Duration of Treatment: Up to 4 weeks

Comments:

Use: For the treatment of mild to moderate plaque psoriasis.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Dermatitis

12 years or older:
Cream, gel, ointment: Apply a thin film topically to the affected area 1 or 2 times a day
Foam, lotion: Apply topically twice a day (morning and night)

Comments:


Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Renal Dose Adjustments

No adjustment recommended

Liver Dose Adjustments

No adjustment recommended

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:


Safety and efficacy of betamethasone dipropionate have not been established in patients younger than 12 years.
Safety and efficacy of spray have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:


Ointment, Cream, Lotion, Gel

Spray:

Foam:

Storage Requirements:

General:

Monitoring:

Patient advice:

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.