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Is Using Betamethasone Valerate Cream Safe For Skin?
Hello , I have been told by one of my friend that betamethasone valerate cream Bp can be used for skin fairness.So from the past 1 week I have been using it on my face and it has shown very good results with a very good glow on my face.I do not have any side effects as of now .Skin is very clear,no pimples also.However I have read few posts where it has been clearly mentioned that it cannot be used on face as it contains Corticosteroid .Kindly advice if I need to stop using it and also please advice steps to maintain the complexion I have at the moment. Thanks
Wed, 12 Nov 2014
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Bethamethasone is a topical steroid and it should not be used for lightening of the skin.
There are complications that are associated with the persistent or excessive use of steroid creams.
This is the reason why, when used to treat medical conditions the instructions are- use only a pea size amount for a short period of time.
The skin would become lighter with continued use , but it would also become thinner and therefore more likely to be damaged.
Additional effects are: acne, stretch marks and rosacea
It would be best to discontinue use unless it is for a medical reason
I hope this helps
Bethamethasone is a topical steroid and it should not be used for lightening of the skin.
There are complications that are associated with the persistent or excessive use of steroid creams.
This is the reason why, when used to treat medical conditions the instructions are- use only a pea size amount for a short period of time.
The skin would become lighter with continued use , but it would also become thinner and therefore more likely to be damaged.
Additional effects are: acne, stretch marks and rosacea
It would be best to discontinue use unless it is for a medical reason
I hope this helps
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