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Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops 15 ml in 1 packet

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Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops is a product of P & B Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Betamethasone (0.5mg)

Pack of 15 ml

₹ 12.48

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All Details About Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops

Description:

Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops is a steroid. It is used in the treatment of inflammation, severe allergies, and flare-ups of ongoing illnesses. It is also used to treat many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.

Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops may be taken with or without food. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tells you so.

Using the medicine may cause few common side effects such as a reduction in bone density and an upset stomach. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. If this medicine is used for a long time, you may have to get regular tests to check your bone density.

Earlier using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have liver problems. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before using the medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Benicort

  • Reduction in bone density
  • Agitated stomach

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. How does Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops work?

Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness, and pain.

Q. Is Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops safe to use?

Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.

Q. Does Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops cause hair loss?

No, Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops is not known to cause hair loss. In fact, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) when used for a long-term duration. Communicate to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops.

Q. Does Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops cause weight gain?

Affirmative, Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops may cause weight gain, especially when taken at high doses and used for a long time or repeated short courses. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops.

Q. Is Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops over the counter medicine?

No, Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.

Q. Is Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops a steroid?

Affirmative, Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. Corticosteroids occur naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body which helps in treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness, tenderness, heat, and swelling). Many different conditions such as asthma, severe allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune diseases, etc can be improved by the use of Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops, as they reduce inflammation in the body.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops?

If you forget a dose of Benicort 0.5mg Oral Drops, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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