Description

✅ What It Contains & How It Works

Becem‑N is a triple-combination topical ointment containing:

• Beclometasone: a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation, swelling, redness, and itching.

• Neomycin: an antibiotic effective against bacteria.

• Clotrimazole: an antifungal that targets fungal skin infections WebMD+131mg+131mg+13.

These act together to treat mixed bacterial‑fungal skin infections while controlling inflammation.

🩹 Main Uses

Primarily prescribed for:

• Fungal and bacterial skin infections, especially with itching, redness, swelling or inflammation.

• Inflammatory conditions like eczema or psoriasis when a mixed infection is present Netmeds1mg.

How to apply:

• External use only.

• Apply a thin layer to the affected area 2–3 times daily or as directed.

• Continue full course even if symptoms improve PlatinumRx+21mg+2Netmeds+2Netmeds+61mg+61mg+6.

• Avoid covering treated area with bandages unless advised Indimedo+131mg+13WebMD+13.

⚠️ Common Side Effects

Often temporary and mild, these may include:

• Burning, stinging, redness, itching, dryness at application site MedlinePlus+151mg+15Medi Buddy+15.

• Skin thinning, stretch marks or colour changes with prolonged use 1mgNetmedsnhs.uk.

• Rare but possible: cracking, skin fissures, acne-like eruptions, hypopigmentation, telangiectasia, perioral dermatitis, blistering, and secondary infections MedlinePlus+111mg+111mg+11.

🚨 Serious Risks

Rare but warrant immediate medical attention:

• Allergic contact dermatitis or severe allergic reaction (e.g., swelling, hives, breathing issues) 1mg+6Farmako+61mg+6.

• Worsening infection: increased redness, oozing pus, swelling nhs.uk1mg.

• Systemic steroid effects (with long-term use): adrenal suppression, high blood sugar, vision issues nhs.uk.

⚠️ Precautions

• Duration & area: Use only on small areas and for limited time (typically ≤ 4 weeks) to reduce risk Mayo Clinic+2Farmako+2PlatinumRx+2.

• Avoid use on: face, around mouth, genital area, sensitive skin (e.g. under diapers) unless specifically advised MedlinePlus+1nhs.uk+1.

• Do not cover with occlusive dressings unless ordered by a healthcare provider nhs.uk+131mg+13WebMD+13.

• Special groups: Pregnancy, breastfeeding, children, elderly—use only under medical supervision Farmako.

🗓️ How Long It Takes to Work

• Symptom relief often begins within days.

• Complete eradication may take a few weeks—must complete entire course even if skin appears better earlier 1mg+131mg+13Netmeds+13.

🔍 Summary Table