Betamethasone dipropionate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Highly effective halogenated glucocorticoid.

Indication
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Eczema, allergic skin reactions, in persistent cases also short-term as interval or tandem therapy for psoriasis vulgaris.

Notice! Application duration max. 4 weeks!

Limited indication
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Pregnancy, children < 2 years, application on the eye.

Dosage and method of use
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  • Topical: Cream/gel/ointment: Apply 1-2 times/day thinly to the affected skin areas, if necessary under occlusion.

Standard concentration
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0.064% in cream, ointment, gel.

Preparations
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Diprosis; Diprosone; Xamiol (combination with calcipotriol)

Note(s)
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For moderately severe psoriasis capitis, a ready-to-use preparation with a betamethasone dipropionate/calcipotriol formulation in a gel base is available (Xamiol).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020