Betamethasone Dipropionate CAS:5593-20-4

Betamethasone dipropionate is a glucocorticoid steroid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive abilities. It is applied as a topical cream, ointment, lotion or gel (Diprolene) to treat itching and other minor skin conditions such aseczema.Brand names include Alphatrex, Beta-Val, Diprolene, Diprolene AF, Diprosone, and Luxiq.Minor side effects include dry skin and mild, temporary stinging when applied .

Betamethasone Dipropionate is a "super high potency" corticosteroid used to treat inflammatory skin conditions such asdermatitis, eczema and psoriasis. It is a synthetic analog of the adrenal corticosteroids. Although its exact mechanism of action is not known, it is effective when applied topically to cortico-responsive inflammatory dermatoses.

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis,allergies, rash). Betamethasone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a strong corticosteroid.Topical anti-inflammatory adrenal hormone class medicine. Glucocorticoid. Used as anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ointment for dermatosis.Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API), Glucocorticoid. Usaged as anti-inflammatory and antibacterial ointment for dermatosis

Absorption of topical corticosteroids depends on several factors such as the vehicle, or delivery system used by the drug, the integrity of the epidermal barrier, and whether or not an occlusive bandage is used in combination with the drug.The absorption of topical betamethasone dipropionate is theoretically minuscule; however, if absorbed it follows the same pharmacokinetic profile that is typical of systemic corticosteroids. It is metabolized primarily by the liver and excreted primarily by the kidneys.