Clotrimazole and betamethasone topical combination is used to treat fungus infections. Clotrimazole works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth. Betamethasone, a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid), is used to help relieve redness, swelling, itching, and other discomfort of fungus infections.
What is Betametasona Clotrimazol Gentamicina cream?
BETAMETHASONE; CLOTRIMAZOLE (bay ta METH a sone; kloe TRIM a zole) is a corticosteroid and antifungal cream. It treats ringworm and infections like jock itch and athlete’s foot. It also helps reduce swelling, redness, and itching caused by these infections.
How do I use clotrimazole betamethasone cream for yeast infection?
Insert the tablet or the applicator into the vagina as far as it will comfortably go. Slowly press the plunger of the applicator to release the tablet. If you have itching/burning around the outside of the vagina (vulva), apply the skin cream to that area usually once or twice a day for no more than 7 days.
Can you use clotrimazole and betamethasone on face?
Do not use longer than you have been told by the doctor. Do not put on cuts, scrapes, or damaged skin. Do not use betamethasone and clotrimazole cream on the face or underarms. This medicine may raise the chance of cataracts or glaucoma.
How long does betamethasone cream stay in your system?
Betamethasone
| Clinical data | |
|---|---|
| Metabolism | Liver CYP3A4 |
| Elimination half-life | 36-54 hours |
| Excretion | Kidney (in urine) |
| Identifiers |
How long does betamethasone cream last?
A course of treatment for 7-14 days is often sufficient. If your symptoms have not improved after this time (or if they get worse), speak again with your doctor for further advice. Topical corticosteroids like betamethasone should not be used for long periods of time or on large areas of the body.
Does clotrimazole work well?
How does clotrimazole work? Clotrimazole works by killing the fungus (yeast) that is causing the infection. Clotrimazole kills fungus by causing holes to appear in its cell membrane and the contents leak out. This kills the fungus and treats the infection.
