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About Canstat B Cream

BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is a dermatological medication primarily used to treat fungal infections, such as ringworm, jock itch (red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infections between toes). Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin.  Symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, irritation, redness, and scaling of the skin. 

BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is composed of two medicines: Betamethasone (steroid) and clotrimazole (antifungal). Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections, such as vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, and ringworm. Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. It is also used to treat athlete’s foot and jock itch. Betamethasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids, which block prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy.

Uses of Canstat B Cream

Fungal skin infection, Ringworm, jock itch (red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body), Athlete’s foot (fungal infections between toes).

Medicinal Benefits of Canstat B Cream

BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is used to treat fungal infections, such as fungal infections, ringworm, jock itch (red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body), athlete’s foot (fungal infections between toes). BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is a composition of two medicines: Betamethasone (steroid) and clotrimazole (antifungal). Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections, such as vaginal yeast infections, oral thrush, and ringworm. Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. It is also used to treat athlete’s foot and jock itch. Betamethasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids, which block prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy.

Directions for Use

BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is available in the form of cream. Apply a thin layer of cream or lotion with clean and dry hands on the skin's affected areas. You can also apply BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Gently rub the medicine into the skin until it is disappeared.

Side Effects of Canstat B Cream

• Itching
• Dryness
• Redness
• Burning sensation at the application site
• Skin thinning/discoloration
• Skin peeling

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is not for oral, ophthalmic (eye), or intravaginal use. Do not use topical BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE on open wounds, blisters, and lesions. Do not put dressing or bandage on the affected area since it increases the risk of side effects. Please check with your doctor before using BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE, if you have glaucoma (increased eye pressure), cataract, liver disease, and skin reaction. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE may increase the sugar level in blood and urine, inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE. Topical use of corticosteroids (Betamethasone) may sometimes cause systemic immunosuppression while treating infections. This condition may worsen the infections, hence BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE should be carefully used with patients with active infections. Do not use BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE for treating diaper rash since Betamethasone can cause adrenal suppression, Cushing's syndrome (high cortisol levels), and intracranial hypertension (increased pressure in the brain) infants due to systemic absorption. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE. If nursing mothers apply BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE to their breasts for treatment, it is advised to wash the affected area thoroughly before breastfeeding the baby. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE is not recommended for children below 17 years of age. BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

BETAMETHASONE+CLOTRIMAZOLE may interact with medicines used to prevent early pregnancy (misoprostol), medicines for tuberculosis (rifampicin), antibiotic (azithromycin), fit disorder (phenobarbitone), blood pressure-lowering medicines (aliskiren, amlodipine), antidiabetic (insulin regular, glimepiride, acarbose), medicines for arthritis (adalimumab).