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Betnesol 0.1% Drops

Manufactured byGlaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsBetamethasone
Description
Betnesol 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. Betnesol 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. Betnesol 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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List of substitutes for Betnesol 0.1% Drops

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Betnesol 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 Betnesol 0.1% Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bacterial eye infections
  • Bacterial ear Infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Betnesol 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 Betnesol 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 Betnesol 0.1% Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Betnesol 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 Betnesol 0.1% Drops passes into breastmilk or not. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Betnesol 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. Betnesol 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. Betnesol 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

Betnesol 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 Betnesol 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 Betnesol 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

Betnesol 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

Betnesol 0.1% Drops may cause blurred vision or visual disturbances. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist.

Driving or operating machinery

Betnesol 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 Betnesol 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 Betnesol 0.1% Drops. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose with this medicine. An overdose of Betnesol 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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Use Betnesol 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

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Betnesol 0.1% Drops works by blocking prostaglandins, the chemical messengers that cause redness, swelling and itching.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Approved

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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