• 1 gram of ointment contains 1 mg of betamethasone equivalent as betamethasone-17-valerate

Excipients: White soft paraffin, mineral oil

Pharmaceutical Form

Ointment

Physicochemical Properties

White, soft, uniform ointment, free from visible inclusions

Pharmacological Properties

Celestoderm-V ointment or cream exerts local:

• Anti-inflammatory

• Anti-itch

• Anti-exudative

• Vasoconstrictive effects

Routes of Administration and Dosage

• Apply a thin layer to the affected skin 1–3 times daily depending on severity

• In most cases, 1–2 times daily is sufficient

• Frequency depends on severity: once daily for mild lesions, more often for severe lesions

• Not recommended for use under occlusive dressings

• Continuous use should not exceed 4 weeks

• After achieving therapeutic effect, reduce frequency or switch to a less potent topical corticosteroid

• If condition does not improve or worsens within 2–4 weeks, consult a healthcare professional

Side Effects

Local corticosteroid use may cause:

• Burning, itching, irritation, dry skin

• Folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform rash

• Hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis

• Skin maceration, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, papular rash

Particularly sensitive areas: face, scalp, and genital