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Can Betamethasone Be Taken During Pregnancy?

Hi dear doctor, i am 26 weeks pregnant and my doc has prescreibed betamethazone 20 ampule. I have not had any problem durin my pregnancy but my sister had 2 abortion and my doc told me she wants to avoid lung problem of babe in case of preterm labor, i am not sure to inject them from 28 weeks or not? What are the advantages and side effects, beta itself is gana couse preterm labor? Thanks a lot
Fri, 1 Sep 2023
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OB & GYN Specialist,  's  Response
Hello,

Betamethazone is usually given if you are anticipating early delivery before term. If you have a short cervix, if you have ruptured your membranes or if there is prior history of preterm labor you may be advised betamethasone to reduce fetal complications. There are no serious side effects for the drug except for a small rise in blood glucose level.

It has a definite role in preventing hyaline membrane disease and necrotizing enterocolitis of premature newborns. It also has a neuro protective role. It is usually taken when early delivery is anticipated and you have mentioned that your current pregnancy is uneventful. May be you can confirm with your health care provider for the indication of antenatal steroids in your case.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Praseetha Narayanan, OB & GYN Specialist
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Can Betamethasone Be Taken During Pregnancy?

Hello, Betamethazone is usually given if you are anticipating early delivery before term. If you have a short cervix, if you have ruptured your membranes or if there is prior history of preterm labor you may be advised betamethasone to reduce fetal complications. There are no serious side effects for the drug except for a small rise in blood glucose level. It has a definite role in preventing hyaline membrane disease and necrotizing enterocolitis of premature newborns. It also has a neuro protective role. It is usually taken when early delivery is anticipated and you have mentioned that your current pregnancy is uneventful. May be you can confirm with your health care provider for the indication of antenatal steroids in your case. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Praseetha Narayanan, OB & GYN Specialist