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Betnovate cream contains the active ingredient betamethasone valerate 0.1%. This is a topical steroid used to reduce inflammation in the skin. When skin is irritated it releases substances that make blood vessels widen and cause the affected area to become red, itchy and painful. Betnovate works by blocking these substances, which helps to control the itching.
Usually betnovate cream will start to work within 8 hours of applying it. However it can take a few days to begin to see improvements. Your doctor will tell you how much and how often to use Betnovate. This will be based on the amount of improvement you get and how long your skin disorder lasts.
Apply it thinly and carefully to the affected area one or two times a day, using less frequently as your skin problem improves. During treatment, you should also continue to use moisturising emollients (lotions, creams and ointments) that restore softening oils to the skin, and rehydrate it.
If you need to cover the treated area with a dressing, be sure to wash the area and the dressing before and after applying it. If the application site becomes itchy or swollen, stop using it immediately and see your doctor. Betnovate can be very effective in reducing the symptoms of inflammatory skin conditions like eczema. It can also be used for the treatment of skin infections and inflammation caused by insect bites. Read also medicationplace site.