Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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.

Many modern health problems involve inflammation. When the immune system goes into action, inflammation can get out of control and cause damage or pain. Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet is a chemical that can stop inflammation

Uses of Betnesol Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Betnesol Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet is used to treat many different inflammatories and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, and conditions that affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.

This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

Side effects of Betnesol Tablet

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

Common side effects of Betnesol

Reduction in bone density
Upset stomach

How to use Betnesol Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet with dietary sodium.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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

Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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

Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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 Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Betnesol Forte 1mg 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 Forte 1mg 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 Forte 1mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glucocorticoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

An insect bit me whats should i do

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Paederus Dermatitis? Fucidin cream twice daily. Tenovate cream twice daily. Tab. Betnesol forte 1 mg. (after meal) thrice daily for 2 days. Tab. Leset 5 mg @ night for 3 days.

itchy watery eyes. Had same sympton before and had got relief with betensol before but now its production has stopped. Please suggest any substitute.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Betnesol contains steroid and should not be used without prescription. get ur examination and then take treatment

FAQs

Q. How does Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet work?

Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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 Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet safe to use?

Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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 Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Furthermore, you should not take Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet if you have an infection and have not yet started medicine (e.g. antibiotics) to treat it.

Q. Does Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet cause hair loss?

No, Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet.

Q. Does Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet cause weight gain?

Yes, Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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 Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet.

Q. Is Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet over the counter medicine?

No, Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.

Q. Is Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet a steroid?

Yes, Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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. Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet 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 Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet, as they reduce inflammation in the body.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Betnesol Forte 1mg Tablet, 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.

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