Diprogenta

Diprogenta

betamethasone + gentamicin

Manufacturer:

Organon

Distributor:

A. Menarini
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Per g Betamethasone dipropionate 640 mcg (equiv to betamethasone 500 mcg), gentamicin sulfate (equiv to gentamicin base 1 mg)
Indications/Uses
Relief of inflammatory manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses when complicated by secondary infections caused by organisms susceptible to gentamicin or when such infection is suspected.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Apply to the affected area bid in morning & at night.
Contraindications
Special Precautions
Discontinue if irritation, sensitization or super infection develops. Cross allergenicity among aminoglycosides. Not for ophth use. Visual disturbance. Pregnancy & lactation. Adrenal suppression may occur especially in infants & childn.
Adverse Reactions
Hypersensitivity, skin discoloration, transient irritation (erythema & pruritus). Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral or allergic contact dermatitis, skin maceration, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria & blurred vision.
MIMS Class
Topical Anti-Infectives with Corticosteroids
ATC Classification
D07CC01 - betamethasone and antibiotics ; Belongs to the class of potent (group III) corticosteroids, in combination with antibiotics. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Diprogenta cream
Packing/Price
5 g x 1's (P451.17/tube)
Form
Diprogenta oint
Packing/Price
10 g x 1's (P666.67/tube);5 g x 1's (P448.96/tube)
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