Betnovate
Betamethasone 0.1% cream, applied to the skin for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical corticosteroid acting at glucocorticoid receptors.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Betamethasone
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Cream
- Strengths
- 0.1%
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Betnovate on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Eczema · Psoriasis · Dermatitis
- Alternative names
- Diprolene; Diprosone; Celestoderm
- Therapeutic class
- Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
- Topical Corticosteroid
- Contraindications
- rosacea; acne vulgaris; perioral dermatitis
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid prolonged use on face; avoid contact with eyes
- Minor side effects
- local irritation; skin thinning
- Moderate side effects
- striae; telangiectasia
- Serious side effects
- adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Originator
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Onset time
- days
- Duration
- daily
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from direct heat.
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
Patient summary
Betamethasone 0.1% cream, applied to the skin for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical corticosteroid acting at glucocorticoid receptors.
Mechanism of action
Betamethasone acts as a potent anti-inflammatory agent, binding to glucocorticoid receptors to inhibit the synthesis of inflammatory mediators in the skin.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use small amounts for short periods only. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Betnovate is a topical preparation containing betamethasone, a corticosteroid commonly used for the management of eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. Patients often encounter the same active ingredient under brand names like Diprolene, Diprosone and Celestoderm. This product is supplied as a cream in a 0.1% strength.
Buying Betnovate online
Generic betamethasone, much of it made in India, remains far more affordable than the original brand. This makes the cream a common, cost-effective choice for expats and residents across Asia who require reliable access to treatment, allowing for convenient ordering even when specific products are not available locally.
Will I receive the original Betnovate?
No. Betnovate is the originator brand name, made by GlaxoSmithKline, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (betamethasone) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Betnovate priced?
It depends on the strength and pack. Betnovate comes in a 0.1% strength, in packs of 1 to 12 tubes, and the price per tube for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tube. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What other names is Betnovate sold under?
Other brands of betamethasone include Diprosone and Celestoderm. On Yasabai the same ingredient comes as Diprolene.
What does Betnovate treat?
Betnovate contains betamethasone, used for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. Betamethasone acts as a potent anti-inflammatory agent, binding to glucocorticoid receptors to inhibit the synthesis of inflammatory mediators in the skin.
How long does Betnovate take to work?
Betamethasone takes days to show its full effect. The exact timing differs between people.
What side effects can Betnovate cause?
The common side effects of betamethasone are local irritation and skin thinning. Less common ones include striae and telangiectasia. Serious but less common side effects include adrenal suppression, which needs urgent medical attention.
Do I need a prescription to buy Betnovate in Thailand?
No. In Thailand betamethasone is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Betnovate to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Betnovate is the originator brand name, made by GlaxoSmithKline. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with GlaxoSmithKline and do not ship the original Betnovate.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Betamethasone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.