Diprolene

Generic name:betamethasone topical [ BAY-ta-METH-a-sone-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand names: Diprolene, Luxiq, Sernivo
Drug class:Topical steroids

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Dec 17, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Diprolene?

Betamethasone is a highly potent steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Diprolene (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.

Diprolene may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Diprolene if you are allergic to it.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• skin irritation after using steroid medicine;

• thinning of the skin where you will apply Diprolene;

• cataracts or glaucoma;

• diabetes;

• liver disease;

• adrenal gland problems; or

• any type of skin infection.

It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

It may not be safe to breast-feed a baby while you are using this ...