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Alphatrex

Main Ingredients: Betamethasone

Alphatrex is a topical corticosteroid given to treat the rash, itching, inflammation, and other forms of skin disorders including eczema and psoriasis. Drugs like Alphatrex do not cure the cause of these problems but they can quickly relieve the symptoms by interfering with the production of various substances in the body that cause these skin disorders. That is why it is imperative that corticosteroids like Alphatrex should not be used without prior consultation of your physician, as these conditions could be a symptom of a larger problem.

Alphatrex is for external use only.

CAUTION

Avoid using large amounts of Alphatrex over large areas of your body as this could lead to needless side effects somewhere else in the body.

Topical corticosteroids like Alphatrex should not be used as the exclusive treatment for serious skin diseases like herpes, fungus, or skin tuberculosis.

Do not use Alphatrex if you ever had an allergic reaction from using it in the past.
Prolonged use of topical corticosteroids like Alphatrex near the eyes may cause cataracts or glaucoma.

Children are more at risk of serious side effects from Alphatrex. Alphatrex should not be given to infants under one year of age or for children older than 1 year more than 3 weeks.

ALPHATREX SIDE EFFECTS

Common side effects of using Alphatrex may include allergic reaction, rash, irritation, acne, itching, and discoloration of skin. The side effects are more likely when the treated area is covered with waterproof bandage.

Use of large quantities of topical corticosteroids like Alphatrex over large parts of your body should be avoided as large quantities may be absorbed into the blood stream, which could lead to serious side effects.

ALPHATREX INTERACTIONS

Check with your physician before combining Alphatrex with other steroids.

ALPHATREX AND PREGNANCY

Topical corticosteroids like Alphatrex may cause birth defects especially when applied in large amounts. If you are or think you may be pregnant, do not use Alphatrex without first checking with your doctor.

Nursing mothers should switch to bottle feed while using Alphatrex.

ALPHATREX DOSES

Consult with you doctor or pharmacist as the doses vary with each condition.

ALPHATREX OVERDOSE

There are no known symptoms of Alphatrex overdose. However, if you suspect Alphatrex overdose, seek medical help right away.

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