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Diprosone

Diprosone - General Information

A glucocorticoid given orally, parenterally, by local injection, by inhalation, or applied topically in the management of various disorders in which corticosteroids are indicated. Its lack of mineralocorticoid properties makes betamethasone particularly suitable for treating cerebral edema and congenital adrenal hyperplasia. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p724)

 

Pharmacology of Diprosone

Diprosone and its derivatives, betamethasone sodium phosphate and betamethasone acetate, are synthetic glucocorticoids. Used for its antiinflammatory or immunosuppressive properties, betamethasone is combined with a mineralocorticoid to manage adrenal insufficiency and is used in the form of betamethasone benzoate, betamethasone dipropionate, or betamethasone valerate for the treatment of inflammation due to corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. Diprosone and clotrimazole are used together to treat cutaneous tinea infections.

 

Diprosone for patients

Patients using topical corticosteroids should receive the following information and instructions. This information is intended to aid in the safe and effective use of this medication. It is not a disclosure of all possible adverse or intended effects.

1. This medication is to be used as directed by the physician and should not be used longer than the prescribed time period. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.

2. Patients should be advised not to use this medication for any disorder other than that for which it was prescribed.

3. The treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be occlusive.

4. Patients should report any signs of local adverse reactions.

5. Other corticosteroid-containing products should not be used with DIPROLENE AF Cream without first talking to your physician.

 

Diprosone Interactions

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Diprosone Contraindications

DIPROLENE AF Cream is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to betamethasone dipropionate, to other corticosteroids, or to any ingredient in this preparation.

 

Additional information about Diprosone

Diprosone Indication: Topical use (cream, lotion and ointment): for relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses
Topical use (foam): relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses of the scalp
Systemic use: for the treatment of edocrine disorders, rheumatic disorders, collagen diseases, dermatological diseases, allergic states, ophthalmic diseases, respiratory diseases, hematologic disorders, neoplastic diseases, edematous states, gastrointestinal diseases, tuberculous meningitis and trichinosis.
Mechanism Of Action: Diprosone is a glucocorticoid receptor agonist. The antiinflammatory actions of corticosteroids are thought to involve lipocortins, phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins which, through inhibition arachidonic acid, control the biosynthesis of prostaglandins and leukotrienes. The immune system is suppressed by corticosteroids due to a decrease in the function of the lymphatic system, a reduction in immunoglobulin and complement concentrations, the precipitation of lymphocytopenia, and interference with antigen-antibody binding. Diprosone binds to plasma transcortin, and it becomes active when it is not bound to transcortin.
Drug Interactions: Ambenonium The corticosteroid decreases the effect of anticholinesterases
Edrophonium The corticosteroid decreases the effect of anticholinesterases
Pyridostigmine The corticosteroid decreases the effect of anticholinesterases
Anisindione The corticosteroid alters the anticoagulant effect
Dicumarol The corticosteroid alters the anticoagulant effect
Acenocoumarol The corticosteroid alters the anticoagulant effect
Warfarin The corticosteroid alters the anticoagulant effect
Aspirin The corticosteroid decreases the effect of salicylates
Bismuth Subsalicylate The corticosteroid decreases the effect of salicylates
Amobarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Aprobarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Butalbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Butabarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Butethal The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Dihydroquinidine barbiturate The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Heptabarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Hexobarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Methohexital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Methylphenobarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Pentobarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Phenobarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Primidone The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Quinidine barbiturate The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Secobarbital The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Talbutal The barbiturate decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Ethotoin The enzyme inducer decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Fosphenytoin The enzyme inducer decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Mephenytoin The enzyme inducer decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Phenytoin The enzyme inducer decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Rifampin The enzyme inducer decreases the effect of the corticosteroid
Midodrine Increased arterial pressure
Salicylate-magnesium The corticosteroid decreases the effect of salicylates
Salicylate-sodium The corticosteroid decreases the effect of salicylates
Salsalate The corticosteroid decreases the effect of salicylates
Trisalicylate-choline The corticosteroid decreases the effect of salicylates
Food Interactions: Take with food to reduce irritation.
Generic Name: Betamethasone
Synonyms: Not Available
Drug Category: Corticosteroid; Glucocorticoids; Anti-inflammatory, steroidal; Immunosuppressive Agents
Drug Type: Small Molecule; Approved

Other Brand Names containing Betamethasone: Alphatrex; Bebate; Becort; Bedifos; Beta-Methasone; Beta-Methasone Alcohol; Beta-Val; Betacorlan; Betacortril; Betaderm; Betadexamethasone; Betafluorene; Betamamallet; Betametasona [Inn-Spanish]; Betametasone [DCIT]; Betamethasone Alcohol; Betamethasone Base; Betamethasone Cream; Betamethasone Dipropionate; Betamethasone Sodium Phosphate; Betamethasone Valearate; Betamethasone Valerate; Betamethasone [Usan-Ban-Inn-Jan]; Betamethasonum [Inn-Latin]; Betamethasonvalerat Mikron; Betamethazone; Betapredol; Betasolon; Betatrex; Betnelan; Betsolan; Celestene; Celestone; Celestone Syrup and Tablets; Cidoten; Dermabet; Desacort-Beta; Diproderm; Diprolene; Diprolene AF; Diprosone; Flubenisolone; Hormezon; Lotrisone; Luxiq; Luxiqo; Maxivate; Methazon; Rinderon; Rinderon A; Uticort; Valisone; Valnac; Visubeta;
Absorption: Minimal if applied topically.
Toxicity (Overdose): Symptoms of overdose include burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, and miliaria.
Protein Binding: 64%
Biotransformation: Hepatic
Half Life: 5.6 hours
Dosage Forms of Diprosone: Ointment Topical
Lotion Topical
Enema Topical
Cream Topical
Chemical IUPAC Name: (8S,9R,10S,11S,13S,14S,16S,17R)-9-fluoro-11,17-dihydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13,16-trimethyl-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
Chemical Formula: C22H29FO5
Betamethasone on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betamethasone
Organisms Affected: Humans and other mammals