Betson-N 0.1%+0.5% (Ophthalmic Solution)

Indications

• Inflammatory conditions - uveitis, marginal keratitis, allergic conjunctivitis, blepharitis, episcleritis
• Otitis externa and other inflammatory conditions in the ear
• Inflammatory conditions in the nose

Pharmacology

• Corticosteroid effective in inflammatory dermatoses
• Effective in less responsive conditions such as psoriasis
• Bactericidal antibiotic against bacteria commonly associated with skin infections
• Interferes with initiation complex between mRNA and the 30s subunit, inhibiting protein synthesis

Dosage & Administration

• 1 drop instilled into the eye every one or two hours
• 2 or 3 drops instilled into the ear every two or three hours
• 2 or 3 drops instilled into each nostril two or three times daily
• Eye ointment applied thinly and evenly to the conjunctival sac at night or 3-4 times daily

Contraindications

• Viral, fungal, tuberculous, or purulent conditions
• Contra-indicated in the eye if glaucoma is present
• Preparations containing neomycin should not be used for treating otitis externa when the ear drum is perforated

Side Effects

• Acute sensitization to neomycin
• Serious rise in intraocular pressure
• Thinning of the cornea leading to perforation
• Cataract reported after unduly prolonged treatment with topical corticosteroids

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Pregnancy Category-Not Classified
• Topical administration of corticosteroid to pregnant animals can cause abnormalities of fetal development

Precautions & Warnings

• Steroids should not be administered to "red eyes" until a definitive diagnosis has been made
• Treatment with steroid preparations should not be repeated or prolonged without regular review
• Unnecessary topical use of neomycin containing products should be avoided

Therapeutic Class

Ophthalmic steroid - antibiotic combined preparations

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C

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