API

Betamethasone, Dexchlorpheniramine maleate

Drug classification

Dosage form

Tablet

API strength per dosage

Betamethasone USP (0.25 mg ) +…

Dose

Adults: 1–2 tablets (0.5 mg betamethasone + 2 mg dexchlorpheniramine maleate per tablet) twice daily. Children 6–12 years: ½–1 tablet twice daily. Not recommended for children under 6 years. Dose adjustment may be required in hepatic or renal impairment; use with caution in elderly.

Mechanism of action

Indications

Allergic rhinitis, urticaria, contact dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, drug-induced allergic reactions, angioedema, pruritus, eczema, insect bite reactions, serum sickness, adjunct in severe allergic or inflammatory conditions.

Side effects

Pregnancy category

Category C

Precautions

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to betamethasone or dexchlorpheniramine, systemic fungal infections, peptic ulcer, glaucoma, prostatic hypertrophy, urinary retention, narrow-angle glaucoma, severe hypertension, breastfeeding, neonates, MAOI use.