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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
STEMIN 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-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ind-Swift Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About STEMIN TABLET

STEMIN 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. 

STEMIN 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 STEMIN TABLET as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take STEMIN 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 STEMIN 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 STEMIN TABLET. If you have just been or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking STEMIN TABLET. If you have an infection and have not yet started taking antibiotics to treat it, you are recommended to avoid taking STEMIN TABLET.

Uses of STEMIN 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

STEMIN 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 STEMIN TABLET Works

STEMIN 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 STEMIN TABLET

  • Nausea

  • Indigestion

  • Irregular periods

  • Weight gain

  • Increased susceptibility to infection 

What if I have taken an overdose of STEMIN TABLET

An overdose of STEMIN 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 STEMIN TABLET. If you have just been or are about to get vaccinated, inform your doctor before taking STEMIN 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 STEMIN TABLET.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BetamethasoneMetrizamide
Critical
BetamethasoneIohexol
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BetamethasoneMetrizamide
Critical
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of Metrizamide and STEMIN TABLET can increase the risk of seizure.

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

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

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of STEMIN 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.
BetamethasoneIopamidol
Critical
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of Iopamidol and STEMIN TABLET can increase the risk of seizure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking STEMIN TABLET with Iopamidol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
BetamethasoneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of STEMIN TABLET with Mifepristone may significantly reduce the effect of STEMIN TABLET which may be less effective as a therapy.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking STEMIN 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.
BetamethasoneIomeprol
Critical
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of Iomeprol and STEMIN TABLET can increase the risk of seizures.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking STEMIN TABLET with Iomeprol is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
BetamethasoneCladribine
Severe
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of Cladribine with STEMIN TABLET can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking STEMIN TABLET and Cladribine together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning sensation when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
BetamethasoneInfliximab
Severe
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of Infliximab with STEMIN TABLET can increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking STEMIN TABLET with Infliximab together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, losing weight, or pain while peeing, make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
BetamethasoneBCG vaccine
Severe
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of the BCG vaccine with STEMIN TABLET may increase the risk of developing an infection from the vaccine or have a reduced response to the vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, STEMIN TABLET can be taken with BCG vaccine if prescribed by the doctor. If you are due to receive the BCG vaccine, let the doctor know if you are currently being treated or have recently been treated with STEMIN TABLET.
BetamethasoneGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with STEMIN TABLET:
Co-administration of Gatifloxacin 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 STEMIN TABLET.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, STEMIN TABLET can be taken with Gatifloxacin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult a doctor 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

STEMIN TABLET Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Betnesol Tablet 20's

    0.77per tablet
  • Betnesol Oral Drops 15 ml

    1.68per tablet
  • Belar Tablet 10's

    0.57per tablet
  • Bzon Tablet 10's

    0.72per tablet
  • Walacort 0.5 Tablet 20's

    by AYUR

    0.83per tablet
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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of STEMIN TABLET with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with STEMIN TABLET.

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Pregnancy

Caution

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

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, take advice from your doctor before taking STEMIN 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

STEMIN TABLET usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take STEMIN 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

STEMIN TABLET should be used in children in doses as advised by a doctor only.

FAQs

STEMIN TABLET is used to reduce inflammation (swelling, redness, heat, and tenderness) in the body.
STEMIN 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.
STEMIN 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 STEMIN 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 STEMIN 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.
STEMIN 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 STEMIN TABLET.
If you have diabetes, you are recommended to discuss it with your doctor before taking STEMIN TABLET as it may increase blood sugar levels.
STEMIN TABLET contains Betamethasone, a steroid used to treat allergic and inflammatory conditions.
Yes, STEMIN TABLET is a steroid medicine that inhibits the release of inflammation-causing chemical messengers.
Do not discontinue STEMIN TABLET without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep taking STEMIN TABLET for the prescribed duration.
Your doctor will advise you on how often you need to take STEMIN TABLET based on your medical condition. Please consult the doctor.
STEMIN TABLET may cause nausea, indigestion, irregular periods, weight gain, or increased susceptibility to infection. Most of these side effects of STEMIN TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, it is safe to use STEMIN TABLET if prescribed by the doctor.
STEMIN TABLET does not cause hair loss. Rather, on long-term use it may cause body hair growth, particularly in females.
Yes, STEMIN TABLET may cause weight gain as a side effect. Maintain proper weight by eating healthy food and exercising regularly.
No, STEMIN TABLET is not an over-the-counter medicine. It should be taken only when prescribed by the doctor.
If you miss a dose of STEMIN TABLET, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SCO 850, Shivalik Enclave, N.A.C. Manimajra, Chandigarh - 160101 INDIA.
Other Info - STE0004

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