Brand name: Antroquoril TM
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Active ingredients: betamethasone valerate
What it is used for
Antroquoril is indicated for maintenance therapy for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses such as atopic eczema, infantile eczema, nummular eczema, anogenital and senile pruritis, contact dermatitis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, solar dermatitis, statis dermatitis and psoriasis. INDICATIONS AS AT 16 August 1999: Antroquoril is indicated for maintenance therapy for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses such as atopic eczema, infantile eczema, nummular eczema, anogenital and senile pruritus, contact dermatitis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, solar dermatitis, stasis dermatitis and psoriasis
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical. This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 21 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
White cream
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on March 1, 2023. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient betamethasone valerate
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems