Bettamousse

What is it?

A Strong, Topical Steroid Preparatioii For Use On The Scalp Containing 0.1% Betamethasone As Valerate In The Form Of A Foam Or Mousse.

Medical Uses

Irritation And Inflammation Ofthe Scalp Which Is Steroid Sensitive.

Dosage

Adults; Apply A Small Quantity (About The Size Of A Ping-Pong Ball), To The Affected Area At Night And In The Morning Until The Condition Improves; Thereafter, Apply Once A Day For Maintenance Until Healed. If No Improvement Has Occurred After One Week Of Full Treatment, Discontinue Use. Children Over 6 Years; Apply A Small Quantity Twice Each Day, As For Adults, But Do Not Use For More Than 5 To 7 Days.

Special Care

After Extended Use, Withdraw Gradually; Do Not Use On Open Wounds, Avoid Contact With Eyes Or Mucous Membranes. Do Not Cover With Dressings.

Avoid Use

Children Under 6 Years; Ringworm, Viral Infections; Untreated Bacterial Or Fungal Infections; Longterm Or Extensive Treatment, Especially In Pregnancy.

Known Side Effects

Possible Cushingoid Effects And Adrenal Gland Suppression, Especially With Long-Term Or Extensive Use, Skin Changes. Condition May Worsen If Infection Is Present.

Manufacturer

Celltech.