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DRUGS & SUPPLEMENTS
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Betanoid
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Betanoid uses
Betanoid information
Betanoid is in a class of drugs called steroids. The medicine reduces swelling and decreases the body's immune response. It is used to treat endocrine disorders when the body does not produce enough of its own steroids. It is also used to treat many immune and allergic disorders, such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, asthma, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.
Betanoid warnings
If there is a serious bacterial, viral, or fungal infection, this medication is not recommended. It weakens the body's immune response and thus its ability to fight infection. Before taking Betanoid, the doctor should be informed if the following exist:
kidney disease
liver disease
high blood pressure or heart disease
ulcerative colitis
diverticulitis
or stomach ulcers
hypothyroidism
osteoporosis
myasthenia gravis
diabetes mellitus
You may not be able to take the drug, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the above conditions. Betanoid is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether it will harm an unborn baby. Betanoid passes into breast milk. Do not take this medicine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Alcohol and Betanoid can be damaging to the stomach. Do not receive any immunizations during treatment with this drug without first talking to the doctor.
Betanoid side effects
If any of the following serious side effects are experienced, stop taking Betanoid and seek emergency medical attention immediately:
an allergic reaction
increased blood pressure (severe headache or blurred vision) or sudden weight gain (more than 5 pounds in a day or two)
other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur.
Continue to take the medication and consult the doctor if the following are experienced:
insomnia
nausea, vomiting, or stomach upset
fatigue or dizziness
muscle weakness or joint pain
problems with diabetes control
increased hunger or thirst.
Betanoid overdose
A single large dose of this medication is unlikely to cause symptoms or death. An overdose is more likely to be caused by a chronic overdose - large doses taken over a period of time. Symptoms of an overdose include obesity (especially around the stomach); a round face; increased hair growth (especially around the face); acne; bruising; increased blood pressure; swollen hands, feet, or ankles (fluid retention); and sore or weak muscles. In case of a missed dose, it should be taken as soon as it is remembered.
Betanoid usage guidelines
The medicine should not be stopped taking suddenly if it has being taking for a few weeks. It may need a gradual reduction in dosage before stopping it. It may be taken with food or milk to lessen stomach upset. It should be taken exactly as directed by the doctor. Betanoid should be Stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat. It should be kept away from the reach of children.
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References
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- "betamethasone". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0044... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Frequently asked Questions
Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Betanoid?Depending on the reaction of the Betanoid after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Betanoid not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Betanoid addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
Review
sdrugs.com conducted a study on Betanoid, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Betanoid consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.Visitor reports
One visitor reported useful
How is the drug Betanoid useful in reducing or relieving the symptoms? How useful is it?According to the survey conducted by the website sdrugs.com, there are variable results and below are the percentages of the users that say the medicine is useful to them and that say it is not helping them much. It is not ideal to continue taking the medication if you feel it is not helping you much. Contact your healthcare provider to check if there is a need to change the medicine or if there is a need to re-evaluate your condition. The usefulness of the medicine may vary from patient to patient, depending on the other diseases he is suffering from and slightly depends on the brand name.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Useful | 1 | 100.0% | |
Visitor reported side effects
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No survey data has been collected yetOne visitor reported frequency of use
How often in a day do you take the medicine?Are you taking the Betanoid drug as prescribed by the doctor?
Few medications can be taken Twice in a day more than prescribed when the doctor's advice mentions the medicine can be taken according to frequency or severity of symptoms. Most times, be very careful and clear about the number of times you are taking the medication. The report of sdrugs.com website users about the frequency of taking the drug Betanoid is mentioned below.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Twice in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
Seven visitors reported doses
What is the dose of Betanoid drug you are taking?According to the survey conducted among sdrugs.com website users, the maximum number of people are using the following dose 1-5mg. Few medications come in only one or two doses. Few are specific for adult dose and child dose. The dose of the medicine given to the patient depends on the severity of the symptom/disease. There can be dose adjustments made by the doctor, based on the progression of the disease. Follow-up is important.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-5mg | 4 | 57.1% | |
| 6-10mg | 2 | 28.6% | |
| 51-100mg | 1 | 14.3% | |
Two visitors reported time for results
What is the time duration Betanoid drug must be taken for it to be effective or for it to reduce the symptoms?Most chronic conditions need at least some time so the dose and the drug action gets adjusted to the body to get the desired effect. The stastistics say sdrugs.com website users needed 3 days to notice the result from using Betanoid drug. The time needed to show improvement in health condition after using the medicine Betanoid need not be same for all the users. It varies based on other factors.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 days | 1 | 50.0% | |
| 2 days | 1 | 50.0% | |
One visitor reported administration
The drugs are administered in various routes, like oral or injection form. They are administered before food or after food. How are you taking Betanoid drug, before food or after food?Click here to find out how other users of our website are taking it. For any doubts or queries on how and when the medicine is administered, contact your health care provider immediately.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| After food | 1 | 100.0% | |
Nine visitors reported age
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 46-60 | 4 | 44.4% | |
| 6-15 | 2 | 22.2% | |
| > 60 | 1 | 11.1% | |
| 1-5 | 1 | 11.1% | |
| 30-45 | 1 | 11.1% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology