How does Diprosone OV (Betamethasone Dipropionate) work:

Diprosone OV (Betamethasone Dipropionate) is used for the treatment of inflammation areas in the body. Diprosone OV contains the active ingredient betamethasone dipropionate, which is a type of medicine called a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids are medicines used for reducing inflammation. Inflammation of the skin happens due to irritation of the skin, and is caused by the release of various substances that are important in the immune system. These substances cause blood vessels to widen, resulting in the irritated area becoming red, swollen, itchy and painful.

When Diprosone OV is applied to the skin it works by acting inside the skin cells to decrease the release of these inflammatory substances. This reduces swelling, redness and itch. Betamethasone is a potent corticosteroid that is applied to the skin to treat a wide variety of inflammatory skin diseases, such as eczema.

The active ingredient is formulated in a moisturising base that provides a layer of oil on the surface of the skin, helping to prevent water from evaporating from the skin surface. This helps reduce the dryness, scaling and itching of skin conditions such as eczema.

Dosage & Administration:

Use a small amount of Diprosone OV cream over the area as a light film. Rub in gently. Do not put coverings (bandages, dressings, make-up) over the area unless told to do so by physician. To use on the scalp, part your hair. Apply medicine to affected area. Rub in gently. Let it dry. You may wash your hair as usual but not right after using Diprosone OV.

Side Effects:

• Thinning of the skin
• Stretch marks
• Groupings of fine blood vessels becoming prominent under the skin

Precautions:

Tell physician if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. Also tell physician if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. Tell physician if you are breast-feeding.