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Betnesol Tablet
Betamethasone (0.5mg)
₹16In stock
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Betnesol Tablet is used for reduces inflammation, suppresses immune response, relieves itching.
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Key details
Salt: Betamethasone (0.5mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 Tablet 20 Tablet, tablet 20 Tablet
Price: ₹16 (₹0.80 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Betnesol Tablet in Bangladesh
6 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- Bet-AThe ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- BetagenGeneral Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- BetamesonSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Pabna
- BetmethasonAlbion Laboratories Ltd.
- BetnalInnova Phrmaceutical Ltd.
- BetnelanGlaxoSmithKline Bangladesh Ltd.
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
Composition of Betnesol Tablet
Betnesol Tablet contains Betamethasone (0.5mg). It belongs to the Systemic corticosteroid class of medicines.
Uses of Betnesol Tablet
- Reduces inflammation
- Suppresses immune response
- Relieves itching
Benefits of Betnesol Tablet
- In Inflammation
- Betnesol powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly.
- In Allergic reactions
- Betnesol calms a severe allergic reaction, reducing swelling, rash and breathing difficulty.
- In Autoimmune conditions
- Betnesol dampens the immune system's attack on the body's own tissues, controlling flares of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease.
- In Asthma flare
- Betnesol settles the airway inflammation of a severe asthma attack over a few days, restoring normal breathing and preventing the attack from worsening.
How Betnesol Tablet works
Reduces local inflammation and itching.
How to take Betnesol Tablet
Take with food, do not crush or chew, follow doctor's instructions
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Betnesol Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, bone thinning and suppression of the body's own steroid production when it is taken over a prolonged period. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Betnesol Tablet
Most side effects of Betnesol are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Skin thinning with prolonged use
- irritation
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Betnesol Tablet
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function.
Warnings and precautions
Use on intact skin for short durations as advised.
Do not take Betnesol if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment.
Interactions with other medicines
Anti-inflammatory painkillers together with steroids markedly raise the risk of stomach bleeding. Live vaccines are generally avoided during significant steroid treatment.
How to store Betnesol Tablet
Store below 25°C.
Quick tips for Betnesol Tablet
- Betnesol Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at same time every day.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Betnesol Tablet can make it harder for you to fight off infections.
- Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
- Do not stop taking Betnesol Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class:
- Systemic corticosteroid
- Chemical class:
- 21- hydroxysteroids
Substitutes for Betnesol Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Betamethasone (0.5mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Betnesol Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Betamethasone 0.5 mg (probeta) | 1X10 | ₹4 | 74% cheaper |
| Betamethasone 0.5 mg Tab(betne) | tablet · 1X10 | ₹10 | 35% cheaper |
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Betnesol Tablet FAQs
What is Betnesol Tablet used for?
Betnesol Tablet is commonly used for reduces inflammation, suppresses immune response, relieves itching. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Betnesol Tablet?
Inflammation: Betnesol powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly. It is also used for allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions, asthma flare.
What is the salt in Betnesol Tablet?
Betnesol Tablet contains Betamethasone (0.5mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Betnesol Tablet?
Take with food, do not crush or chew, follow doctor's instructions Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Betnesol Tablet work?
Reduces local inflammation and itching.
Is Betnesol Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Betnesol Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Betnesol Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Betnesol are Skin thinning with prolonged use, irritation. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Betnesol Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Betnesol Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Betnesol.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Betnesol Tablet?
Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Betnesol Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Betnesol Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Betnesol Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Betnesol Tablet habit forming?
No. Betnesol Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Betnesol Tablet?
Betamethasone 0.5 mg (probeta) has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹4 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Betnesol Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Betnesol Tablet starts at ₹16 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 Tablet 20 Tablet, tablet 20 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Betnesol Tablet?
Betnesol Tablet is manufactured by GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Betnesol Tablet delivered?
Betnesol Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Betnesol Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Betamethasone (0.5mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹16 (₹0.80 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- GLAXO SMITHKLINE PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Drug class
- Systemic corticosteroid
- Chemical class
- 21- hydroxysteroids
- Action class
- Glucocorticoids
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 Tablet 20 Tablet, tablet 20 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Betnesol Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.