Vista Methasone (Betamethasone)

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Brand Name: Vista Methasone

Generic Name: Betamethasone

Manufacturer/Agent: Martindale (uk)

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Formulation: eye drops

Strength: 10ml

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 128.00

Retail Price: @ KES 170.67

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Class: Corticosteroids (Endocrine system drugs)

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Molecular Formulae: C22H28FO5.C5H9O = 476.6

Precautions: Untreated bacterial, fungal or viral infection. acne vulgaris.

Indications/Uses: Severe inflammatory skin disorders (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis); cream or oint 0.1%. orally for allergic and inflammatory conditions.

Interactions: Oral: rifampicin. phenytoin. phenobarbitone.

Side Effects: Orally; osteoporosis, peptic ulcer, oedema, moon face, acne, hirtuism, muscle weakness.

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