Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g Ointment — NDC 66993-897-15 (Billing 66993-0897-15)
This is a package of Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g Ointment from Prasco Laboratories, marketed since Jun 2021 and currently FDA-listed; retail pharmacies pay about $0.5785 per g (NADAC).
Identity & classification
Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package
Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification
- GSN (GCN sequence number): 007562
- GCN: 31910
- GPI-14 (Medi-Span): 90550020054205
- HICL (First Databank): 003302
- AHFS class code: 68:04.00.00
- RxCUI (RxNorm): 848180
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- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- RxNorm (NLM RxNav) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- Medi-Span GPI (licensed)
- First Databank (licensed) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Corticosteroid class.
Where does this data come from?
- RxClass (NLM) · catalog refreshed Oct 1, 2026
Clinical
Betamethasone topical is used to treat the itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling, inflammation, and discomfort of various skin conditions, including psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body) and eczema (a skin disease that causes the skin to be dry and itchy and to sometimes develop red, scaly rashes). Betamethasone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching.
Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗- It calms inflammation and itching from steroid-responsive skin conditions. The spray is specifically for mild to moderate plaque psoriasis in adults. The valerate foam is for the s...
- Use a thin film or a few drops, as your product directs, once or twice a day. The spray is shaken first and used twice daily. Wash your hands afterward and keep it out of your eyes...
- Not for long. Several products limit use to about 2 weeks and the spray to 4 weeks. Stop when your skin is under control, and call your doctor if you see no improvement within 2 we...
- Mild burning, stinging, itching or dryness where you apply it is the most common. Skin thinning can happen with ongoing use. Call me or your doctor if you notice vision changes or...
Patient education
Supplement & herbal interactions
Some supplements/herbs that may interact with Betamethasone Dipropionate — tap one for details:
Betamethasone Dipropionate may be associated with lower levels of 8 nutrients — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.
Where does this data come from?
- MedlinePlus (NLM) · refreshed Oct 1, 2026
- FDA label on DailyMed · label index refreshed Oct 1, 2026
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Pricing
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | $0.579 | $8.68 / 15 g |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | $1.11 | $16.70 / 15 g |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · Q2 2026 | $1.27 | $19.07 / 15 g |
Where does this data come from?
- CMS NADAC weekly file · file of Aug 19, 2026
- CMS ASP pricing files · refreshed Sep 20, 2026
- CMS Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data · through Q4 2025
- CMS Part D plan pricing files · refreshed Sep 24, 2026
- VA National Acquisition Center price file
Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Per unit | Per pack | Marketing start | Marketing end | Status |
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| 66993-0897-15 You're viewing this | 1 TUBE in 1 BOX / 15 g in 1 TUBE | $0.5785 / g | $8.68 | 2021-06-01 | — | Active |
| 66993-0897-49 66993-897-49 Main listing | 1 TUBE in 1 BOX / 50 g in 1 TUBE | $0.5264 / g | $26.32 | 2021-06-01 | — | Active |
Per g, this pack runs about 10% above the cheapest pack (NDC 66993-0897-49, $0.5264 vs $0.5785 NADAC).
This pack accounts for about 36% of this product's recent Medicaid fills; most go to a different pack size. See all packs ↓
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Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 45802-0376-32 | Padagis | 1 tube | $0.124 | AB | Availability likely | save 79% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 68462-0290-17 | Glenmark | 15 g | $0.200 | — | FDA listed | save 65% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 51672-1310-01 | Sun | 1 tube | $0.209 | AB | Availability likely | save 64% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 45802-0021-46 | Padagis | 56.2 g | $0.292 | AB | Availability likely | save 49% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 00472-0381-15 | Actavis | 1 tube | $0.460 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 72578-0093-01 | Viona | 1 tube | $0.460 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 00168-0056-15 | E. | 1 tube | $0.460 | AB | Discontinued | save 20% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 45802-0505-14 | Padagis | 1 tube | $0.460 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 70710-1233-01 | Zydus | 1 tube | $0.465 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 00713-0659-15 | Cosette | 1 tube | $0.465 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 00472-0380-15 | Actavis | 1 tube | $0.465 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 00168-0055-15 | E. | 1 tube | $0.465 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 16714-0996-01 | Northstar | 1 tube | $0.465 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 51672-1274-01 | Sun | 1 tube | $0.465 | AB | Availability likely | save 20% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/gthis 66993-0897-15 | Prasco | 1 tube | $0.578 | AB | Availability likely | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 00168-0268-15 | E. | 15 g | $0.588 | AB | Availability likely | +2% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 00472-0382-15 | Actavis | 1 tube | $0.588 | AB | Discontinued | +2% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 35573-0107-15 | Burel | 1 tube | $0.588 | AB | Availability likely | +2% |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 68180-0947-01 | Lupin | 1 tube | $0.588 | AB | Availability likely | +2% |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 51672-1309-01 | Sun | 1 tube | $2.740 | AB | Availability likely | +374% |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-6787-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-7517-00 | A-S | 50 g | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 59651-0699-14 | Aurobindo | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Diprolene .5 mg/g 78206-0124-01 | Organon | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 70771-1550-01 | Zydus | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 71205-0275-15 | Proficient | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-0235-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-0236-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-2182-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-4680-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 63629-8614-01 | Bryant | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 70518-4187-00 | REMEDYREPACK | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 70771-1380-01 | Zydus | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 71335-2715-01 | Bryant | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 72162-1415-02 | Bryant | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 68071-4556-03 | NuCare | 30 g | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 59651-0891-14 | Aurobindo | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 76420-0858-15 | Asclemed | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-3276-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 63629-9324-01 | Bryant | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 68788-7670-05 | Preferred | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 68788-9219-01 | Preferred | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 72162-1405-02 | Bryant | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-7525-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 51407-0273-15 | Golden | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 63629-8613-01 | Bryant | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 50090-5232-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 63629-9323-01 | Bryant | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate .5 mg/g 68071-4814-05 | NuCare | 15 g | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
| Betamethasone dipropionate .5 mg/g 67296-2275-01 | Redpharm | 1 tube | — | AB | FDA listed | — |
Where does this data come from?
- FDA openFDA NDC Directory · synced Oct 1, 2026
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Sep 3, 2026
- CMS NADAC weekly file · file of Aug 19, 2026
Availability & generic status
FDA-approved generic versions are listed, and recent pricing/market data suggests they may be available — see Therapeutic equivalents.
Where does this data come from?
- FDA Orange Book · refreshed Sep 3, 2026
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is a corticosteroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses in patients 13 years of age or older. Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is a corticosteroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses in patients 13 years of age and older. ( 1 )
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply a thin film of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment to the affected skin areas once or twice daily. Therapy should be discontinued when control is achieved. If no improvement is seen within 2 weeks, reassessment of diagnosis may be necessary.
Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is a super-high-potency topical corticosteroid. Treatment with Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment should not exceed 50 g per week because of the potential for the drug to suppress the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment should not be used with occlusive dressings unless directed by a physician.
Avoid use on the face, groin, or axillae, or if skin atrophy is present at the treatment site. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands after each application.
Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is for topical use only. It is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Apply a thin film to the affected skin areas once or twice daily.
( 2 ) Discontinue therapy when control is achieved. ( 2 ) Limit therapy to no more than 2 consecutive weeks. ( 2 ) Use no more than 50 g per week.
( 2 ) Do not use with occlusive dressings unless directed by a physician. ( 2 ) Avoid use on the face, groin, or axillae, or if skin atrophy is present at the treatment site. ( 2 ) Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.
( 2 )
💊 Dosage Forms and Strengths ▾
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Ointment, 0.05%. Each gram of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, 0.05% contains 0.643 mg betamethasone dipropionate (equivalent to 0.5 mg betamethasone) in a white to off-white ointment base. Ointment, 0.05% ( 3 )
⛔ Contraindications ▾
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to betamethasone dipropionate, to other corticosteroids, or to any ingredient in this preparation. Hypersensitivity to any component of this medicine. ( 4 )
⚠️ Warnings and Cautions ▾
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Effects on endocrine system: Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment can cause reversible HPA axis suppression with the potential for glucocorticosteroid insufficiency during and after withdrawal of treatment. Risk factor(s) include the use of high-potency topical corticosteroids, use over a large surface area or to areas under occlusion, prolonged use, altered skin barrier, liver failure, and use in pediatric patients. Modify use should HPA axis suppression develop.
( 5.1 , 8.4 ) Ophthalmic Adverse Reactions: Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment may increase the risk of cataracts and glaucoma. If visual symptoms occur, consider referral to an ophthalmologist for evaluation. ( 5.2 )
5.1Effects on Endocrine System Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment can produce reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression with the potential for glucocorticosteroid insufficiency. This may occur during treatment or after withdrawal of treatment. Factors that predispose to HPA axis suppression include the use of high-potency steroids, large treatment surface areas, prolonged use, use of occlusive dressings, altered skin barrier, liver failure, and young age.
Evaluation for HPA axis suppression may be done by using the adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) stimulation test. In a trial evaluating the effects of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the HPA axis, at 14 g per day, Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment was shown to suppress the plasma levels of adrenal cortical hormones following repeated application to diseased skin in subjects with psoriasis. These effects were reversible upon discontinuation of treatment.
At 7 g per day, Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment was shown to cause minimal inhibition of the HPA axis when applied 2 times daily for 2 to 3 weeks in healthy subjects and in subjects with psoriasis and eczematous disorders. With 6 g to 7 g of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment applied once daily for 3 weeks, no significant inhibition of the HPA axis was observed in subjects with psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, as measured by plasma cortisol and 24-hour urinary 17-hydroxy-corticosteroid levels.
If HPA axis suppression is documented, gradually withdraw the drug, reduce the frequency of application, or substitute with a less potent corticosteroid. Infrequently, signs and symptoms of steroid withdrawal may occur, requiring supplemental systemic corticosteroids. Cushing's syndrome and hyperglycemia may also occur with topical corticosteroids.
These events are rare and generally occur after prolonged exposure to excessively large doses, especially of high-potency topical corticosteroids. Pediatric patients may be more susceptible to systemic toxicity due to their larger skin surface to body mass ratios [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4) ] .
5.2Ophthalmic Adverse Reactions Use of topical corticosteroids, including Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, may increase the risk of posterior subcapsular cataracts and glaucoma. Cataracts and glaucoma have been reported postmarketing with the use of topical corticosteroid products, including Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment [see Adverse Reactions (6.2) ]. Avoid contact of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment with eyes.
Advise patients to report any visual symptoms and consider referral to an ophthalmologist for evaluation.
5.3Allergic Contact Dermatitis Allergic contact dermatitis with corticosteroids is usually diagnosed by observing failure to heal rather than noting a clinical exacerbation. Such an observation should be corroborated with appropriate diagnostic patch testing. If irritation develops, topical corticosteroids should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted.
🤒 Adverse Reactions ▾
6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most common adverse reactions (<1%) are: erythema, folliculitis, pruritus, and vesiculation. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Organon LLC, a subsidiary of Organon & Co., at 1-844-674-3200 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
6.1Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. In controlled clinical trials, adverse reactions associated with the use of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment reported at a frequency of less than 1% included erythema, folliculitis, pruritus, and vesiculation.
6.2Postmarketing Experience Because adverse reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. Postmarketing reports for local adverse reactions to topical corticosteroids may also include: skin atrophy, telangiectasias, burning, irritation, dryness, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, secondary infection, hypertrichosis, striae, and miliaria.
Hypersensitivity reactions, consisting of predominantly skin signs and symptoms, e.g., contact dermatitis, pruritus, bullous dermatitis, and erythematous rash have been reported. Ophthalmic adverse reactions of cataracts, glaucoma, increased intraocular pressure, and central serous chorioretinopathy have been reported with the use of topical corticosteroids, including topical betamethasone products.
👥 Use in Specific Populations ▾
8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment use in pregnant women to identify a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Observational studies suggest an increased risk of low birthweight infants with the use of greater than 300 grams of potent or very potent topical corticosteroid during a pregnancy. Advise pregnant women that Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment may increase the risk of having a low birthweight infant and to use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest duration possible.
In animal reproduction studies, increased malformations, including umbilical hernias, cephalocele, and cleft palate, were observed after intramuscular administration of betamethasone dipropionate to pregnant rabbits. The available data do not allow the calculation of relevant comparisons between the systemic exposure of betamethasone dipropionate in animal studies to the systemic exposure that would be expected in humans after topical use of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment (see Data ) . The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown.
All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Betamethasone dipropionate has been shown to cause malformations in rabbits when given by the intramuscular route at doses of 0.05 mg/kg.
The abnormalities observed included umbilical hernias, cephalocele, and cleft palate.
8.2Lactation Risk Summary There are no data regarding the presence of betamethasone dipropionate in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production after topical application of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment to women who are breastfeeding. It is possible that topical administration of betamethasone dipropionate could result in sufficient systemic absorption to produce detectable quantities in human milk. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother's clinical need for Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed infant from Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment or from the underlying maternal condition.
Clinical Considerations To minimize potential exposure to the breastfed infant via breast milk, use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest duration possible while breastfeeding. Advise breastfeeding women not to apply Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment directly to the nipple and areola to avoid direct infant exposure [see Use in Specific Populations (8.4) ] .
8.4Pediatric Use Use of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment in pediatric patients younger than 13 years of age is not recommended due to the potential for HPA axis suppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . In an open-label HPA axis safety trial in subjects 3 months to 12 years of age with atopic dermatitis, DIPROLENE ® AF Cream 0.05% was applied twice daily for 2 to 3 weeks over a mean body surface area of 58% (range 35% to 95%). In 19 of 60 (32%) evaluable subjects, adrenal suppression was indicated by either a ≤5 mcg/dL pre-stimulation cortisol, or a cosyntropin post-stimulation cortisol ≤18 mcg/dL and/or an increase of <7 mcg/dL from the baseline cortisol.
Out of the 19 subjects with HPA axis suppression, 4 subjects were tested 2 weeks after discontinuation of DIPROLENE AF Cream, and 3 of the 4 (75%) had complete recovery of HPA axis function. The proportion of subjects with adrenal suppression in this trial was progressively greater, the younger th… [Excerpted — this section continues on DailyMed.]
🤰 Pregnancy ▾
8.1Pregnancy Risk Summary There are no available data on Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment use in pregnant women to identify a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Observational studies suggest an increased risk of low birthweight infants with the use of greater than 300 grams of potent or very potent topical corticosteroid during a pregnancy. Advise pregnant women that Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment may increase the risk of having a low birthweight infant and to use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest duration possible.
In animal reproduction studies, increased malformations, including umbilical hernias, cephalocele, and cleft palate, were observed after intramuscular administration of betamethasone dipropionate to pregnant rabbits. The available data do not allow the calculation of relevant comparisons between the systemic exposure of betamethasone dipropionate in animal studies to the systemic exposure that would be expected in humans after topical use of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment (see Data ) . The background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown.
All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2 to 4% and 15 to 20%, respectively. Data Animal Data Betamethasone dipropionate has been shown to cause malformations in rabbits when given by the intramuscular route at doses of 0.05 mg/kg.
The abnormalities observed included umbilical hernias, cephalocele, and cleft palate.
🧒 Pediatric Use ▾
8.4Pediatric Use Use of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment in pediatric patients younger than 13 years of age is not recommended due to the potential for HPA axis suppression [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . In an open-label HPA axis safety trial in subjects 3 months to 12 years of age with atopic dermatitis, DIPROLENE ® AF Cream 0.05% was applied twice daily for 2 to 3 weeks over a mean body surface area of 58% (range 35% to 95%). In 19 of 60 (32%) evaluable subjects, adrenal suppression was indicated by either a ≤5 mcg/dL pre-stimulation cortisol, or a cosyntropin post-stimulation cortisol ≤18 mcg/dL and/or an increase of <7 mcg/dL from the baseline cortisol.
Out of the 19 subjects with HPA axis suppression, 4 subjects were tested 2 weeks after discontinuation of DIPROLENE AF Cream, and 3 of the 4 (75%) had complete recovery of HPA axis function. The proportion of subjects with adrenal suppression in this trial was progressively greater, the younger the age group. Because of a higher ratio of skin surface area to body mass, pediatric patients are at a greater risk than adults of systemic toxicity when treated with topical drugs.
They are, therefore, also at greater risk of HPA axis suppression and adrenal insufficiency upon the use of topical corticosteroids. Rare systemic effects such as Cushing's syndrome, linear growth retardation, delayed weight gain, and intracranial hypertension have been reported in pediatric patients, especially those with prolonged exposure to large doses of high potency topical corticosteroids. Local adverse reactions including skin atrophy have also been reported with use of topical corticosteroids in pediatric patients.
Avoid use of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment in the treatment of diaper dermatitis.
🧓 Geriatric Use ▾
8.5Geriatric Use Clinical trials of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment included 225 subjects who were 65 years of age and over and 46 subjects who were 75 years of age and over. No overall differences in safety or effectiveness were observed between these subjects and younger subjects, and other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients. However, greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out.
🧬 Clinical Pharmacology ▾
12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
12.1Mechanism of Action Corticosteroids play a role in cellular signaling, immune function, inflammation, and protein regulation; however, the precise mechanism of action of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment in corticosteroid responsive dermatoses is unknown.
12.2Pharmacodynamics Vasoconstrictor Assay Trials performed with Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, 0.05% indicate that it is in the super-high range of potency as demonstrated in vasoconstrictor trials in healthy subjects when compared with other topical corticosteroids. However, similar blanching scores do not necessarily imply therapeutic equivalence.
12.3Pharmacokinetics No pharmacokinetics trials have been conducted with Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment. The extent of percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids is determined by many factors including the vehicle, the integrity of the epidermal barrier, and the use of occlusive dressings. Topical corticosteroids can be absorbed through normal intact skin.
Inflammation and/or other disease processes in the skin may increase percutaneous absorption. Occlusive dressings substantially increase the percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids [see Dosage and Administration (2) ] . Once absorbed through the skin, topical corticosteroids enter pharmacokinetic pathways similar to systemically administered corticosteroids.
Corticosteroids are bound to plasma proteins in varying degrees, are metabolized primarily in the liver, and excreted by the kidneys. Some of the topical corticosteroids and their metabolites are also excreted into the bile.
🧬 Mechanism of Action ▾
12.1Mechanism of Action Corticosteroids play a role in cellular signaling, immune function, inflammation, and protein regulation; however, the precise mechanism of action of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment in corticosteroid responsive dermatoses is unknown.
📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling ▾
16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment 0.05% is a white ointment supplied in 15-g (NDC 66993-897-15) and 50-g (NDC 66993-897-49) tubes. Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
📦 Storage and Handling ▾
Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
📋 Description ▾
11 DESCRIPTION Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, 0.05% contains betamethasone dipropionate USP, a synthetic adrenocorticosteroid, for topical use. 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.
Chemically, betamethasone dipropionate is 9-fluoro-11β, 17,21-trihydroxy-16β -methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione 17,21-dipropionate, with the empirical formula C 28 H 37 FO 7 , a molecular weight of 504.6 and the following structural formula: It is a white to creamy-white, odorless powder insoluble in water; freely soluble in acetone and in chloroform; sparingly soluble in alcohol. Each gram of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, 0.05% contains 0.643 mg betamethasone dipropionate USP (equivalent to 0.5 mg betamethasone), in a white ointment base of propylene glycol; propylene glycol stearate; white petrolatum; and white wax.
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💬 Information for Patients ▾
17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION Advise the patient to read the FDA-approved patient labeling (Patient Information). Inform patients of the following: Discontinue therapy when control is achieved, unless directed otherwise by the physician. Use no more than 50 grams per week of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment and no longer than 2 consecutive weeks.
Avoid contact with the eyes. Advise patients to report any visual symptoms to their healthcare providers. Avoid use of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the face, underarms, or groin areas unless directed by the physician.
Do not occlude the treatment area with bandage or other covering, unless directed by the physician. Note that local reactions and skin atrophy are more likely to occur with occlusive use, prolonged use or use of higher potency corticosteroids. Advise a woman to use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest duration possible while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Advise breastfeeding women not to apply Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment directly to the nipple and areola to avoid direct infant exposure.
🧬 Pharmacokinetics ▾
12.3Pharmacokinetics No pharmacokinetics trials have been conducted with Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment. The extent of percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids is determined by many factors including the vehicle, the integrity of the epidermal barrier, and the use of occlusive dressings. Topical corticosteroids can be absorbed through normal intact skin.
Inflammation and/or other disease processes in the skin may increase percutaneous absorption. Occlusive dressings substantially increase the percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids [see Dosage and Administration (2) ] . Once absorbed through the skin, topical corticosteroids enter pharmacokinetic pathways similar to systemically administered corticosteroids.
Corticosteroids are bound to plasma proteins in varying degrees, are metabolized primarily in the liver, and excreted by the kidneys. Some of the topical corticosteroids and their metabolites are also excreted into the bile.
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12.2Pharmacodynamics Vasoconstrictor Assay Trials performed with Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, 0.05% indicate that it is in the super-high range of potency as demonstrated in vasoconstrictor trials in healthy subjects when compared with other topical corticosteroids. However, similar blanching scores do not necessarily imply therapeutic equivalence.
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14 CLINICAL STUDIES The safety and efficacy of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment for the treatment of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis, have been evaluated in three randomized active-controlled trials, two in psoriasis and one in atopic dermatitis. A total of 378 subjects, of whom 152 received Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, were included in these trials. These trials evaluated Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment applied twice daily, for 14 days.
Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment was shown to be effective in relieving signs and symptoms of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis.
🧪 Nonclinical Toxicology ▾
13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY
13.1Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Long-term animal studies have not been performed to evaluate the carcinogenic potential of betamethasone dipropionate. Betamethasone was negative in the bacterial mutagenicity assay (Salmonella typhimurium and Escherichia coli) , and in the mammalian cell mutagenicity assay (CHO/HGPRT). It was positive in the in vitro human lymphocyte chromosome aberration assay, and equivocal in the in vivo mouse bone marrow micronucleus assay.
Studies in rabbits, mice, and rats using intramuscular doses up to 1, 33, and 2 mg/kg, respectively, resulted in dose-related increases in fetal resorptions in rabbits and mice.
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13.1Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility Long-term animal studies have not been performed to evaluate the carcinogenic potential of betamethasone dipropionate. Betamethasone was negative in the bacterial mutagenicity assay (Salmonella typhimurium and Escherichia coli) , and in the mammalian cell mutagenicity assay (CHO/HGPRT). It was positive in the in vitro human lymphocyte chromosome aberration assay, and equivocal in the in vivo mouse bone marrow micronucleus assay.
Studies in rabbits, mice, and rats using intramuscular doses up to 1, 33, and 2 mg/kg, respectively, resulted in dose-related increases in fetal resorptions in rabbits and mice.
📄 Patient Package Insert ▾
Patient Information Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised: 6/2021 Important information: Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is for use on skin only.
Do not use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment in your eyes, mouth, or vagina. What is Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment? Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is a prescription corticosteroid medicine used on the skin (topical) for the relief of redness, swelling, heat, pain (inflammation) and itching, caused by certain skin problems in people 13 years of age and older.
Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment should not be used in children under 13 years of age. Do not use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment if you are allergic to betamethasone dipropionate or any of the ingredients in Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment. See the end of this leaflet for a complete list of ingredients in Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment.
Before using Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you: have had irritation or other skin reaction to a steroid medicine in the past. have thinning of the skin (atrophy) at the treatment site. have diabetes. have adrenal gland problems. have liver problems. have cataracts or glaucoma. are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment will harm your unborn baby. If you use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment during pregnancy, use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the smallest area of the skin and for the shortest time needed. are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed.
It is not known if Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment passes into your breast milk. Breastfeeding women should use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest time needed while breastfeeding. Do not apply Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment directly to the nipple and areola to avoid contact with your baby.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take other corticosteroid medicines by mouth or injection or use other products on your skin or scalp that contain corticosteroids. Do not use other products containing a steroid medicine with Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment without talking to your healthcare provider first.
How should I use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment? Use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to use it. Apply a thin layer (film) of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment to the affected skin area 1 or 2 times each day.
Do not use more than 50 grams of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment in 1 week. Do not use Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment for longer than 2 weeks in a row unless your healthcare provider tells you to. Tell your healthcare provider if the treated skin area does not get better after 2 weeks of treatment with Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment.
Do not bandage, cover, or wrap the treated skin area unless your healthcare provider tells you to. Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment should not be used to treat diaper rash or redness. Avoid using Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment on the face, groin, or underarms (armpits) or if thinning of the skin (atrophy) is present at the treatment site.
Wash your hands after applying Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment unless you are using the medicine to treat your hands. What are the possible side effects of Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment? Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment may cause serious… [Excerpted — this section continues on DailyMed.]
📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel ▾
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 g Tube Box NDC 66993-897-15 PRASCO Augmented Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, 0.05%* *Strength expressed as betamethasone For topical use only. Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Rx only 15 g PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 g Tube Box