Betamethasone Valerate cream is a known steroid cream used to treat the most extreme cases of Eczema, but is it good or bad for us?
What is Betamethasone Valerate Cream?
Betamethasone Valerate cream is a medium strength corticosteroid medication. It reduces swelling, itching and redness occurred from Eczema and allergy rashes. It has to be applied directed by the doctor, usually a thin layer 1 to 3 times a day.
Product Analysis
Steroid creams normally have harsh ingredients, but what are they and what do they do? Betamethasone Valerate creams have a highly harmful ingredient called Chlorocresol. Chlorocresol is a fungicide/herbicide that kills or inhibits unwanted vegetation. Interestingly, it is an ingredient that is prohibited for use in cosmetic products in Canada.
Chlorocresol is a potential health concern for us Eczema suffers. It contains many safety hazards such as:
- Harmful in contact with skin
- May cause an allergic skin reaction
- May cause respiratory irritation
There are two other identifiable harmful ingredients in Betamethasone Valerate cream, but do not list any safety hazards when it comes to Eczema. Liquid Paraffin (Mineral Oil) and White Soft Paraffin. It should be noted that White Soft Paraffin enhances the properties of other ingredients. Not essentially harmful, but can have a huge effect.
Should I use Betamethasone Valerate Cream?
Before using any kind of steroid creams you should consult your doctor or dermatologist. Follow the guidelines as it is a strong medication to use.
There have been many reports of steroid creams doing more harm than good. In my personal opinion your skin thrives once you get off steroid creams and go through the withdrawal stage. I personally don’t use any kind of steroid creams anymore and have seen great results.