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Betamil GM Cream

Manufactured byMERCK INDIA LTD
ContainsBetamethasone (0.05 %w/w) + Gentamicin (0.1 %w/w) + Miconazole (2 %w/w)
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Betamil GM Cream is a combination of Betamethasone, Gentamicin, and Miconazole. It is used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria or fungi. It works by killing the infection-causing microorganisms. It also reduces the symptoms associated with skin infections, such as redness, itching, and swelling. Betamil GM Cream rarely shows any side effects. However, in some cases, you may experience burning sensations, redness, or irritation at the site of application. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen. Betamil GM Cream should be used as instructed by your doctor. Clean and pat dry the affected area before applying this medicine. Avoid covering the affected area with bandages unless directed by your doctor. Do not apply it to broken skin and avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Betamil GM Cream is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines or have any other skin conditions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Betamil GM Cream

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Betamil GM Cream

Skin rash

Redness of skin

Blisters under the skin

Burning or tingling sensation of skin

Itchy and dry skin

Easy bruising of skin

Unusually warm skin

Uses of Betamil GM Cream

What is it prescribed for?

Skin infections

Betamil GM Cream is used to treat bacterial or fungal skin infection associated with redness, swelling, and itching.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The time Betamil GM Cream takes to show its action is not known.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The time duration for which Betamil GM Cream 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?

    Betamil GM Cream has no habit-forming tendency.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    There are no data available on the use of Betamil GM Cream during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    The safe use of Betamil GM Cream is not established during breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using Betamil GM Cream 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.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

There are no data available on the use of Betamil GM Cream during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

The safe use of Betamil GM Cream is not established during breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

General warnings

Other medicines

Betamil GM Cream may interact with other topical medicines and increase the risk of side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Chronic use

Betamil GM Cream should not be used for more than two weeks unless directed by your doctor, due to the increased risk of severe side effects.

External use only

Betamil GM Cream is meant for use on the skin only. In case of accidental contact with the eyes or mouth, rinse thoroughly with water. Avoid using this medicine on open wounds.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Betamil GM Cream as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Betamil GM Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large quantities. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm, and immediate medical intervention may be required.
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

Hyperadrenocorticism

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.
Apply a thin layer of Betamil GM Cream to the affected area of your skin as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Avoid using Betamil GM Cream more often or for a longer time than advised by your doctor. Consult your doctor if your skin condition does not improve after two weeks or if it becomes worse.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Betamil GM Cream is a combination of Betamethasone, Gentamicin, and Miconazole. Betamethasone works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical substances in the body that cause swelling, redness, and itching of the skin. Gentamicin works by stopping the growth and multiplication of bacteria. Thus, it eventually kills them. Miconazole works by damaging the protective covering of the fungi.

Legal Status

Unknown

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Classification

Category

Topical steroids with anti-infectives, Topical antifungals, Topical agents

Schedule

Schedule H

Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. DailyMed - GENTAMICIN SULFATE CREAM 0.1% cream. [online] Available at: [Accessed 30 September 2021].

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a2b5d3ff-920d-280a-e053-2995a90ac84f

Drugs, H., 2021. Betamethasone Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: [Accessed 30 September 2021].

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682799.html

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2022. Miconazole. [online] Available at: [Accessed 28 June 2022].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Miconazole

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