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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Besol Tablet is used to reduce inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, severe allergic reactions, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS), polyarteritis nodosa (swollen arteries), and other inflammatory conditions. This medicine contains betamethasone, a steroid which works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation. Thus, helps reduce swelling, redness, and itching.

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Composition :

BETAMETHASONE-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Akme Biotec

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Besol Tablet

Besol Tablet is used to reduce inflammation (swelling, redness, heat, and tenderness) in the body. Thus, it is used to improve different conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, severe allergic reactions, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS) and polyarteritis nodosa (swollen arteries), inflammatory conditions of the skin, heart, kidney (like minimal change nephrotic syndrome or acute interstitial nephritis) and bowels (like ulcerative colitis-inflammation in the digestive tract or Crohn’s disease), certain conditions of the blood, some connective tissues diseases and some types of cancer such as malignant lymphoma. 

Besol Tablet contains Betamethasone, a steroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any type of allergens, such chemicals are released normally.

Take Besol Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Besol Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, indigestion, irregular periods, weight gain, or increased susceptibility to infection. Most of these side effects of Besol Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Betamethsone or other steroids or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Besol Tablet. If you have just been or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking Besol Tablet. If you have an infection and have not yet started taking antibiotics to treat it, you are recommended to avoid taking Besol Tablet.

Uses of Besol Tablet

Besol Tablet is used in the treatment of inflammatory and allergic conditions. The detailed uses of Besol Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Anti-inflammatory Effects: Besol Tablet is used to suppress inflammation in various conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease).<br/>• Allergic Conditions: Besol Tablet is used to manage severe asthma and severe allergic reactions like dust allergies, contact dermatitis, and allergic rhinitis when other treatments are not effective.<br/>• Cancer Treatment: Besol Tablet may also be used in the treatment of certain types of cancers like multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer), lymphoma (cancer of lymph nodes) and lymphatic leukemia.<br/>• Endocrine Disorders: Besol Tablet is used in the treatment of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (an inherited condition causing swollen adrenal glands).<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Take Besol Tablet right after breakfast as taking it in the morning after food helps to reduce the chance of side effects.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not break, crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Besol Tablet is a steroid that is used to treat swelling, redness, heat and tenderness in the body. Thus, it is used to improve different conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, severe allergic reactions, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS) and polyarteritis nodosa (swollen arteries), inflammatory conditions of the skin, heart, kidney (like minimal change nephrotic syndrome or acute interstitial nephritis) and bowels (like ulcerative colitis-inflammation in the digestive tract or Crohn’s disease), certain conditions of the blood, some connective tissues diseases and some types of cancer such as malignant lymphoma. Betamethasone soluble tablets may be used as a mouthwash to treat conditions such as oral lichen planus (white, lacy patches, or open sores) and mouth ulcers. It helps to reduce pain and inflammation in the mouth and speeds up the healing process.

How Besol Tablet Works

Besol Tablet contains Betamethasone, a steroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any type of allergens, such chemicals are released normally.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
• Keep Besol Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.
• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Besol Tablet

An overdose of Besol Tablet is unlikely to cause any unwanted symptoms. However, if you are worried, consult your doctor.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Betamethsone or other steroids or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Besol Tablet. If you have just been or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking Besol Tablet. Some people may experience mood changes (feeling depressed or high), difficulty in thinking or being confused and losing their memory, feeling anxious, sleeping problems, feeling, hearing, or seeing things that do not exist, and having strange and frightening thoughts. If you experience any of these problems, please consult your doctor immediately. If you have an infection and have not yet started taking antibiotics to treat it, you are recommended to avoid taking Besol Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Iomeprol and Besol Tablet can increase the risk of seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Besol Tablet with Iomeprol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Besol Tablet with Mifepristone may significantly reduce the effect of Besol Tablet which may be less effective as a therapy.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Besol Tablet with mifepristone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
BetamethasoneIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopamidol and Besol Tablet can increase the risk of seizure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Besol Tablet with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Besol Tablet can increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Besol Tablet and Desmopressin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, lethargy, irritability, difficulty concentrating, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, weakness, unsteadiness, decreased urination, and/or sudden weight gain, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
BetamethasoneMetrizamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Metrizamide and Besol Tablet can increase the risk of seizure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Besol Tablet with Metrizamide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
Critical
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Iohexol and Besol Tablet can increase the risk of seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Besol Tablet with Iohexol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
BetamethasonePembrolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Taking pembrolizumab with Besol Tablet may decrease the effects of pembrolizumab, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possibility of interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Besol Tablet with Baricitinib may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Besol Tablet can be taken with Baricitinib if prescribed by the doctor. Contact the prescriber if you develop signs and symptoms of infection such as fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning sensation during urination. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
BetamethasoneBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of the BCG vaccine with Besol Tablet may increase the risk of developing an infection from the vaccine or have a reduced response to the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Besol Tablet can be taken with BCG vaccine if prescribed by the doctor. If you are due to receive the BCG vaccine, let the doctor know if you are currently being treated or have recently been treated with Besol Tablet.
Severe
How does the drug interact with Besol Tablet:
Co-administration of Besol Tablet with Enoxacin can increase the risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Besol Tablet and Enoxacin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any symptoms like pain, swelling, or difficulty moving, it's important to contact a doctor right away." Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.
  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps in developing the immune system against allergies.
  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Avoid consumption of foods with excess sugar, as it may flare up inflammation.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.
  • Reducing stress and maintaining a regular sleep pattern would be helpful.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Besol Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Besol Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Besol Tablet. If you become pregnant while taking Besol Tablet, please inform your doctor but do not stop taking Besol Tablet unless advised by the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, take advice from your doctor before taking Besol Tablet. The steroid may lower the baby's hormone levels if you take high doses for a long time.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Besol Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Besol Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have Kidney disease/condition. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Besol Tablet should be used in children in doses as advised by a doctor only.

Have a query?

FAQs

Besol Tablet is used to reduce inflammation (swelling, redness, heat, and tenderness) in the body.

Besol Tablet contains Betamethasone, a steroid that acts inside skin cells to inhibit the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to allergens, such chemicals are naturally released.

Besol Tablet may cause mental problems, especially if taken in high doses. However, inform your doctor immediately if you notice mood changes or have depression and suicidal thoughts while taking Besol Tablet.

A blue steroid card consists of patients&amp;#039; instructions and provides information to healthcare providers regarding the details of prescribed steroids. It is given to patients using Besol Tablet for more than 3 weeks. The patient is advised to carry a steroid card always and show it to the nurse, midwife, doctor, dentist or anyone who treats them.

Besol Tablet may increase the risk of infections as it may weaken the immune system. Therefore, it is advised to stay away from people having chickenpox, measles or shingles as they can affect severely while taking Besol Tablet.

If you have diabetes, you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor before taking Besol Tablet as it may increase blood sugar levels.

Besol Tablet contains Betamethasone, a steroid used to treat allergic and inflammatory conditions.

Yes, Besol Tablet is a steroid medicine that inhibits the release of inflammation-causing chemical messengers.

Do not discontinue Besol Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking Besol Tablet for the prescribed duration.

Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take Besol Tablet based on your medical condition. Please consult the doctor.

Besol Tablet may cause nausea, indigestion, irregular periods, weight gain, or increased susceptibility to infection. Most of these side effects of Besol Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Yes, it is safe to use Besol Tablet if prescribed by the doctor.

Besol Tablet does not cause hair loss. Rather, on long-term use it may cause body hair growth, particularly in females.

Yes, Besol Tablet may cause weight gain as a side effect. Maintain proper weight by eating healthy food and exercising regularly.

No, Besol Tablet is not an over-the-counter medicine. It should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.

If you miss a dose of Besol Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No. 1139, 1St Floor, Govindpura, Manimajra, Chandigarh, Haryana 160101
Other Info - BE13317

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