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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Belar Forte Tablet is used to reduce inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, severe allergic reactions, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS), polyarteritis nodosa (swollen arteries), and other inflammatory conditions. This medicine contains betamethasone, a steroid which works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation. Thus, helps reduce swelling, redness, and itching.
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Composition :

BETAMETHASONE-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Comed Chemicals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Belar Forte Tablet

Belar Forte Tablet is used to reduce inflammation (swelling, redness, heat, and tenderness) in the body. Thus, it is used to improve different conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, severe allergic reactions, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS) and polyarteritis nodosa (swollen arteries), inflammatory conditions of the skin, heart, kidney (like minimal change nephrotic syndrome or acute interstitial nephritis) and bowels (like ulcerative colitis-inflammation in the digestive tract or Crohn’s disease), certain conditions of the blood, some connective tissues diseases and some types of cancer such as malignant lymphoma. 

Belar Forte Tablet contains Betamethasone, a steroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any type of allergens, such chemicals are released normally.

Take Belar Forte Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Belar Forte Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, indigestion, irregular periods, weight gain, or increased susceptibility to infection. Most of these side effects of Belar Forte Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Betamethsone or other steroids or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Belar Forte Tablet . If you have just been or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking Belar Forte Tablet . If you have an infection and have not yet started taking antibiotics to treat it, you are recommended to avoid taking Belar Forte Tablet .

Uses of Belar Forte Tablet

Treatment of Allergic and inflammatory conditions

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.Soluble tablet as Mouthwash: Dissolve 1 tablet in 10-20 ml of water. Hold the mixture in your mouth for 2-3 minutes around the areas to be treated. Spit it out. Do not swallow the contents. Do not eat or drink for a minimum of 30 minutes after using it.

Medicinal Benefits

Belar Forte Tablet is a steroid that is used to treat swelling, redness, heat and tenderness in the body. Thus, it is used to improve different conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, severe allergic reactions, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLS) and polyarteritis nodosa (swollen arteries), inflammatory conditions of the skin, heart, kidney (like minimal change nephrotic syndrome or acute interstitial nephritis) and bowels (like ulcerative colitis-inflammation in the digestive tract or Crohn’s disease), certain conditions of the blood, some connective tissues diseases and some types of cancer such as malignant lymphoma. Betamethasone soluble tablets may be used as a mouthwash to treat conditions such as oral lichen planus (white, lacy patches, or open sores) and mouth ulcers. It helps to reduce pain and inflammation in the mouth and speeds up the healing process.

How Belar Forte Tablet Works

Belar Forte Tablet contains Betamethasone, a steroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any type of allergens, such chemicals are released normally.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Belar Forte Tablet

  • Nausea

  • Indigestion

  • Irregular periods

  • Weight gain

  • Increased susceptibility to infection 

What if I have taken an overdose of Belar Forte Tablet

An overdose of Belar Forte Tablet is unlikely to cause any unwanted symptoms. However, if you are worried, consult your doctor.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Betamethsone or other steroids or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Belar Forte Tablet . If you have just been or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking Belar Forte Tablet . Some people may experience mood changes (feeling depressed or high), difficulty in thinking or being confused and losing their memory, feeling anxious, sleeping problems, feeling, hearing, or seeing things that do not exist, and having strange and frightening thoughts. If you experience any of these problems, please consult your doctor immediately. If you have an infection and have not yet started taking antibiotics to treat it, you are recommended to avoid taking Belar Forte Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BetamethasoneMifepristone
Critical
BetamethasoneIopamidol
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BetamethasoneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Belar Forte Tablet with Mifepristone may significantly reduce the effect of Belar Forte Tablet which may be less effective as a therapy.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Belar Forte Tablet with mifepristone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
BetamethasoneIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Iopamidol and Belar Forte Tablet can increase the risk of seizure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Belar Forte Tablet with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
BetamethasoneMetrizamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Metrizamide and Belar Forte Tablet can increase the risk of seizure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Belar Forte Tablet with Metrizamide is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
BetamethasoneIomeprol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Iomeprol and Belar Forte Tablet can increase the risk of seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Belar Forte Tablet with Iomeprol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
BetamethasoneIohexol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Iohexol and Belar Forte Tablet can increase the risk of seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Belar Forte Tablet with Iohexol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
BetamethasoneDesmopressin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Belar Forte Tablet can increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Belar Forte Tablet and Desmopressin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, headache, lethargy, irritability, difficulty concentrating, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, weakness, unsteadiness, decreased urination, and/or sudden weight gain, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
BetamethasoneBupropion
Severe
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Belar Forte Tablet with Bupropion may increase the risk of seizures associated with Bupropion.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Belar Forte Tablet can be taken with Bupropion if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
BetamethasoneSparfloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Sparfloxacin may cause tendinitis (inflammation of the muscle to bone) and tendon rupture (injuries to the soft tissues that connect muscles and joints), and the risk may be increased when combined with Belar Forte Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Belar Forte Tablet can be taken with Sparfloxacin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience pain, inflammation, or swelling of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
BetamethasoneEnoxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Belar Forte Tablet with Enoxacin can increase the risk of tendinitis and tendon rupture.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Belar Forte Tablet and Enoxacin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any symptoms like pain, swelling, or difficulty moving, it's important to contact a doctor right away." Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
BetamethasoneNalidixic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Belar Forte Tablet:
Co-administration of Nalidixic acid may cause tendinitis (inflammation of the muscle to bone) and tendon rupture (injuries to the soft tissues that connect muscles and joints), and the risk may be increased when combined with Belar Forte Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Belar Forte Tablet can be taken with Nalidixic acid if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience pain, inflammation, or swelling of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, biceps, shoulder, hand, or thumb. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.

  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps in developing the immune system against allergies.

  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.

  • Avoid consumption of foods with excess sugar, as it may flare up inflammation.

  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.

  • Reducing stress and maintaining a regular sleep pattern would be helpful.

  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of Belar Forte Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Belar Forte Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before taking Belar Forte Tablet . If you become pregnant while taking Belar Forte Tablet , please inform your doctor but do not stop taking Belar Forte Tablet unless advised by the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, take advice from your doctor before taking Belar Forte Tablet . The steroid may lower the baby's hormone levels if you take high doses for a long time.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Belar Forte Tablet usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Belar Forte Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have Kidney disease/condition. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Belar Forte Tablet should be used in children in doses as advised by a doctor only.

FAQs

Belar Forte Tablet is used to reduce inflammation (swelling, redness, heat, and tenderness) in the body.

Belar Forte Tablet contains Betamethasone, a steroid that acts inside skin cells to inhibit the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to allergens, such chemicals are naturally released.

Belar Forte Tablet may cause mental problems, especially if taken in high doses. However, inform your doctor immediately if you notice mood changes or have depression and suicidal thoughts while taking Belar Forte Tablet .

A blue steroid card consists of patients' instructions and provides information to healthcare providers regarding the details of prescribed steroids. It is given to patients using Belar Forte Tablet for more than 3 weeks. The patient is advised to carry a steroid card always and show it to the nurse, midwife, doctor, dentist or anyone who treats them.

Belar Forte Tablet may increase the risk of infections as it may weaken the immune system. Therefore, it is advised to stay away from people having chickenpox, measles or shingles as they can affect severely while taking Belar Forte Tablet .

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

2nd Floor, Sun Plaza-I, Nr. Vadsar Bridge, GIDC Road, Makarpura, Vadodara - 390 010
Other Info - BEL0003

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