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Milbeta 0.1% Drops
Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsBetamethasone
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Description
Milbeta 0.1% Drops is a medicine that contains Betamethasone. It is used to relieve swelling, itchiness, and redness of the eyes and ears that may be caused due to infection. It kills and prevent the bacteria causing infections and gives fast relief from the symptoms. It works by stopping the release of certain substances that cause redness and swelling.
Milbeta 0.1% Drops has some side effects like burning, irritation, and itching at the site of application. These side effects are temporary and subside with time. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or worsen. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines after using this medicine as it may cause blurred vision.
Milbeta 0.1% Drops is a prescription medicine and should be used as instructed by your doctor. Wash your hands thoroughly before using this medicine. Shake the bottle well before every use. If you use contact lenses, remove them while using these drops. Do not stop using these drops without consulting your doctor as abrupt discontinuation may relapse your condition. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Milbeta 0.1% Drops
Betnesol 0.1% Drops
Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Milbeta 0.1% Drops
Blurred vision
Ear discomfort
Ear pain
Burning or stinging sensation at application site
Drooping eyelid
Redness of eye
Burning or itching of eyes
Uses of Milbeta 0.1% Drops
What is it prescribed for?
Bacterial eye infections
Bacterial eye infections can be caused by poor hygiene or contact with other infected persons. Milbeta 0.1% Drops is used to relieve symptoms like swelling, irritation, burning sensation of the eye caused by infections, allergy or exposure to chemicals.
Bacterial ear Infections
A bacterial ear infection may be associated with pain and feeling of fullness in the ear and some fluid discharge from the affected ear. Milbeta 0.1% Drops is used to relieve symptoms of ear infection.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Milbeta 0.1% Drops to start showing its effect is not known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Milbeta 0.1% Drops remains active in your body is not known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Milbeta 0.1% Drops.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Milbeta 0.1% Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy due to the risk of ear damage in your developing foetus. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether Milbeta 0.1% Drops passes into breastmilk or not. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid using Milbeta 0.1% Drops if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Eardrum perforation
Eardrum perforation is a hole in the tissue that connects the ear canal to the middle ear. Milbeta 0.1% Drops is not recommended for use if you have such a condition as it can make the middle ear more vulnerable to infections and may lead to hearing loss.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a condition where the pressure in the eyeballs is abnormally high that can damage the optic nerve and lead to eventual loss of vision.
Milbeta 0.1% Drops is not recommended for use if you have glaucoma as it may increase the risk of worsening of your condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Milbeta 0.1% Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy due to the risk of ear damage in your developing foetus. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Milbeta 0.1% Drops passes into breastmilk or not. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Contact lenses
You must remove your contact lenses while taking Milbeta 0.1% Drops. Wearing contact lenses after instilling this medicine in your eyes may cause irritation and redness. Wait for at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back.
Viral eye infections
Milbeta 0.1% Drops is not recommended for use to treat viral eye infections like epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (eye infection due to herpes simplex virus) as it is not effective against the virus.
Visual disturbances
Milbeta 0.1% Drops may cause blurred vision or visual disturbances. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist.
Driving or operating machinery
Milbeta 0.1% Drops may cause blurred vision or visual disturbances. Hence, do not drive vehicles or operate machines after using this medicine until your vision is clear.
Missed Dose
As soon as you recall, administer the missed dose of Milbeta 0.1% Drops. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never instil more than the prescribed dose of Milbeta 0.1% Drops. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose with this medicine. An overdose of Milbeta 0.1% Drops may cause eye irritation and swelling.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Use Milbeta 0.1% Drops as prescribed by your doctor. Do not instil more or fewer drops than prescribed.
Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better after taking a few doses.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye/ear, to avoid contamination. Make sure to use it within four weeks of opening the medication.
Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within two days of starting treatment.
Keep the medicine away from the reach of the children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Milbeta 0.1% Drops works by blocking prostaglandins, the chemical messengers that cause redness, swelling and itching.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Opthalmic steroids, Otic steroids
Schedule
Schedule H
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Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Betamethasone. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 24 October 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Nov 2021
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