Brand Name(s): Alphatrex; Beta-Val; Betalene;

Betatrex; Diprolene; Diprosone; Maxivate; Valisone;

Luxiq Foam; Valnac Topical

CAS nš: 378-44-9
(bay ta meh tha sone)

About Betamethasone

This new site is dedicated exclusively to betamethasone.

It provides you with the most extensive product information and up-to-date resources regarding this medication, including related news articles, medical studies, an image library and all the necessary information on dosage and side effects.

Whether you are an average consumer or a pharma industry professional, you can now find out everything you need to know about betamethasone on this reference site, as well as take part in our open discussion forum by sharing your own knowledge and experience with people who are using this medication.

This unique site will also provide you with inside industry news on which companies or organizations are playing an important part in its research, development, production and promotion. It is your one-stop site for a total betamethasone experience! 

Why is this medication prescribed?

Betamethasone is in a class of drugs called steroids. It reduces swelling and decreases the body's immune response.

This medicine is used to treat many different conditions. Primarily, it is used to treat endocrine (hormonal) disorders when the body does not produce enough of its own steroids. It is also used to treat many immune and allergic disorders, such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, asthma, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.

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