Belogent, ointment 15 g

Anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antibacterial, antipruritic.

Belogent has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antiproliferative and antipruritic effects.

When Belogent is applied to the skin surface it has fast and strong action in the center of inflammation reducing intensity of objective symptoms (erythema, edema, lichenification) and subjective sensations (itching, irritation, pain).

Indications

Dermatoses, allergic and inflammatory skin diseases that respond to therapy with topical corticosteroids, the course of which is complicated by a bacterial infection or there is a risk of its occurrence in children over 1 year of age and in adults:

eczema, diffuse neurodermatitis;
dermatitis – atopic, contact (including occupational), allergic, seborrheic;
infected dermatitis resulting from insect bites;
impetigo;
psoriasis;
lichen planus;
phlebotoderma;
anogenital itching.

Pharmacological effect

Anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antibacterial, antipruritic.

Belogent has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antiproliferative and antipruritic effects.

When Belogent is applied to the surface of the skin, it has a quick and strong effect at the site of inflammation, reducing the severity of objective symptoms (erythema, swelling, lichenification) and subjective sensations (itching, irritation, pain).

Special instructions

Belogent is intended for external use only.

Long-term use of the drug on the skin of the face is not recommended, because the development of rosacea, perioral dermatitis and acne is possible.

Belogent should not be used in the eye area, due to the likelihood of the drug getting into the mucous membrane, which can contribute to the development of cataracts, glaucoma, fungal eye infections and exacerbation of herpetic infections.

Active ingredient

Betamethasone, Gentamicin

Composition

1 g contains betamethasone dipropionate 0.64 mg (corresponds to 0.5 mg betamethasone),

gentamicin sulfate (in terms of base) 1 mg

Pregnancy

Possibly if the expected effect of therapy exceeds the potential risk to the fetus.

During pregnancy, the use of Belogent should not be prolonged and, if possible, limited to small areas of the skin.

During breastfeeding – only according to strict indications, but Belogent should not be applied to the mammary gland before feeding.

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to betamethasone, gentamicin and other components of Belogent;
viral skin infections, skin post-vaccination reactions;
open wounds, trophic ulcers;
acne vulgaris, rosacea;
chickenpox;
skin manifestations of syphilis;
lupus.

Side Effects

They have a weak character.

Rarely (as with the use of other corticosteroids), hypersensitivity reactions (burning, itching, redness), acne-like changes, hypopigmentation, stretch marks, skin atrophy, hypertrichosis, telangiectasia may develop.

If hypersensitivity reactions occur, discontinue therapy and consult a doctor.

Storage conditions

In a dry place, protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C.

Shelf life

4 years.

Manufacturer

Belupo, medicines and cosmetics d.d., Croatia