If you do use an occlusive dressing, do not use it for more than 12 hours a day. Do not use betamethasone topical to treat any area of the body that it is not prescribed for. This could be very dangerous. Betamethasone topical is not approved for use in children younger than 12 years of age. Use betamethasone topical cautiously, and only under the supervision of a doctor, to treat a child.
Children are much more sensitive to the effects of betamethasone topical.
Betamethasone is a topical steroid. It reduces or inhibits the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling. Betamethasone is used to treat the inflammation caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis. Betamethasone topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Return to your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it gets worse.