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Diprolene AF (Betamethasone Dipropionate Topical) - Summary

 


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DIPROLENE AF SUMMARY

DIPROLENE® AF Cream 0.05% contains betamethasone dipropionate, USP, a synthetic adrenocorticosteroid, for dermatologic use in an emollient base. Betamethasone, an analog of prednisolone, has a high degree of corticosteroid activity and a slight degree of mineralocorticoid activity. Betamethasone dipropionate is the 17, 21-dipropionate ester of betamethasone.

DIPROLENE AF Cream 0.05% is a high-potency corticosteroid indicated for relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses in patients 13 years and older.


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DIPROLENE AF NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Media Articles Related to Diprolene AF (Betamethasone Topical)

Experts Reveal The Complexity Of Dermatitis Management
Source: Allergy News From Medical News Today [2008.11.07]

Dermatitis Can Have Many Causes
Source: MedicineNet Atopic Dermatitis Specialty [2008.11.07]

Atopic Dermatitis
Source: MedicineNet Hives Specialty [2008.06.03]

Health Tip: Soothing Eczema (HealthDay)
Source: Y! Health Skin Conditions News [2008.10.29]

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Published Studies Related to Diprolene AF (Betamethasone Topical)

A new scalp formulation of calcipotriene plus betamethasone compared with its active ingredients and the vehicle in the treatment of scalp psoriasis: a randomized, double-blind, controlled trial. [2008.09]

Effects of otic betamethasone on intradermal testing in normal dogs. [2007.08]

Topical betamethasone for prevention of radiation dermatitis. [2007.05]

The effect of betamethasone gel in reducing sore throat, cough, and hoarseness after laryngo-tracheal intubation. [2007.02]

Combination of topical garlic gel and betamethasone valerate cream in the treatment of localized alopecia areata: a double-blind randomized controlled study. [2007.01]

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Clinical Trials Related to Diprolene AF (Betamethasone Topical)

Efficacy and Safety of Calcipotriene/Betamethasone Gel/Ointment in Psoriasis [Completed]

Safety and Efficacy of Quadriderme® in the Treatment of Impetiginous Eczema (Study P05134AM1) [Not yet recruiting]

Comparing the Therapeutic Efficacy of Pimecrolimus Cream With Betamethasone Cream for Discoid Lupus Erythematosus [Completed]

Efficacy and Safety of Calcipotriol Plus Betamethasone Dipropionate Gel in Scalp Psoriasis [Completed]

Efficacy and Safety of Calcipotriol Plus Betamethasone Dipropionate Gel in Psoriasis Vulgaris [Completed]

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Page last updated: 2008-11-07

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