Ben
Ben Products are primarily used for
Allergic conditions
About Ben Products
Ben Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Ben are Weight gain, Mood changes, Behavioral changes, Itching, Burning sensation, Bruising, Headache, Dizziness, Weakness, Fatigue, Visual disturbance, Nausea, Altered menstrual cycle, Impaired wound healing.
Severe
Side Effects of Ben are Cataract, Increased glucose level in blood, Cushing syndrome, Glycosuria, Glaucoma, Slow heart rate, Cardiac arrest, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Cushingoid syndrome, Perforated peptic ulcer, Pathologic fracture of long bones, Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression, Charcot-like arthropathy, Steroid myopathy.
How Ben Products work
Betamethasone is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Patient Concerns about Ben Products
Frequently asked questions about Ben Products
Frequently asked questions about Betamethasone
Q. What is Ben Injection? What is it used for?
Ben Injection belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. It is used to treat allergic conditions such as asthma, arthritis, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. It is also helpful in other conditions, like blood disorders and diseases of the adrenal glands. In addition to that, it helps to reduce swelling, redness, itching and allergic reactions associated with different types of allergic conditions.
Q. How long does Ben Injection take to work?
Ben Injection starts working within a few hours of administration. However, it is seen to be most effective within two to seven days of its very first dose.
Q. How often is Ben Injection administered?
The dose of Ben Injection depends on the illness you are being treated for, severity of your condition and also your body weight. Your doctor will decide your dose depending on these parameters. Usually, it is prescribed once or twice daily, but in severe cases, it may also be given 3 to 4 times daily. Do not take Ben Injection on your own. For best results, please consult your doctor regarding its use.
Q. How is Ben Injection administered?
Ben Injection should be administered by a doctor or under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Usually, it is given into a muscle, joint or into the area being treated. The dose will be decided by your doctor. It will depend on the condition you are being treated for as well as your body weight. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Ben Injection.
Q. What are the side effects of Ben Injection?
The most common side effects of Ben Injection are burning sensation, itching, or dryness of the skin. One may also experience red bumps around the mouth, extremely thick hair growth on unusual areas of the body, skin lightening or loss of natural skin color and thinning of the skin. While, some may experience stomach upset, mood swings or behavioural changes. Talk to your doctor if these side effects bother you or persist for a longer duration of time.
Q. Does Ben Injection cause weight gain?
Yes, Ben Injection may cause weight gain, especially when taken at high doses and for a long time or repeated short courses. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Ben Injection.
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