Betamethasone Dipropionate
Betamethasone Dipropionate is a high-potency topical corticosteroid used to treat inflammatory and itchy skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and allergic reactions. It works by reducing inflammation, itching, and redness through its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects when applied to the skin.
Betamethasone Dipropionate is a topical corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and itching of the skin.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 19254
- Generic
- Betamethasone Dipropionate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- Enstilar, Wynzora
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of inflammatory and pruritic (itchy) skin disorders including atopic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, contact dermatitis, and allergic skin reactions that respond to corticosteroids.
As a synthetic glucocorticoid, it works by suppressing the immune response, reducing inflammatory mediator release, and causing vasoconstriction in the skin, thereby decreasing redness, swelling, and itching.
For topical use only. Avoid use on broken skin, face, or sensitive areas unless directed by a physician. Do not use occlusive dressings unless prescribed. Prolonged use may cause skin thinning. Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discontinue if irritation or hypersensitivity occurs.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy