This scalp preparation is indicated for the treatment of inflammatory, dry, and scaly skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Betamethasone dipropionate is a glucocorticoid with potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Salicylic acid possesses keratolytic properties and is used topically to treat hyperkeratotic conditions by softening and removing the outer layer of the skin. This action enhances the penetration of corticosteroids into the skin. The combined effect of these agents helps reduce inflammation, relieve itching, and improve skin condition through anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive actions.

Scalp Ointment-

• Adults: Once twice daily. In most cases, the ointment should be applied to the affected area twice daily for two weeks and is reviewed at that time. The maximum weekly dose should not exceed 60 gm.
• Children: Dosage in children should be limited to 5 days.

Scalp Lotion-

• Apply few drops of this scalp lotion to the affected area and massage gently and thoroughly onto the scalp or skin. The usual frequency of application is twice daily, in the morning and at night.

Concurrent use with other medications or over-the-counter products may increase side effects or alter drug effectiveness. This scalp preparation may interact with drugs such as acetaminophen, atropine, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, chlorpropamide, and glucocorticoids.

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of this preparation. It should not be used in tuberculosis or most viral skin infections such as herpes simplex, vaccinia, and varicella. This preparation is also contraindicated in fungal or bacterial skin infections.

Reported side effects of topical corticosteroids include burning, itching, irritation, dryness, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, and allergic contact dermatitis.

This preparation should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Prolonged use should be avoided. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human breast milk.

Avoid application in or near the eyes. This preparation should not be used in bacterial, viral, or fungal skin infections. If irritation or sensitization occurs, discontinue use. Application of salicylic acid on open wounds or damaged skin should be avoided. Long-term continuous use should be avoided in all patients.

Topical anti-inflammatory preparations.

Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light. Keep out of reach of children.