Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Valisone-G
What is VALISONE G used for?
VALISONE-G is used to treat inflamed skin (dermatosis) that may be infected by bacteria.
VALISONE-G contains an antibacterial ingredient called gentamicin, and it should be used exactly as directed by your healthcare professional.
How does VALISONE-G work?
VALISONE-G contains two medicines that work together in different ways:
- Betamethasone 17-valerate is used to relieve swelling, redness, and itching
- Gentamicin sulfate is a topical antibacterial agent to prevent and treat infection.
What are the ingredients in VALISONE-G?
Medicinal ingredients: Betamethasone Valerate USP and Gentamicin Sulfate USP.
Non-medicinal ingredients:
Cream: Cetostearyl Alcohol, Chlorocresol, Mineral Oil, Monobasic Sodium Phosphate, Phosphoric Acid, Polyethylene Glycol 1000 Monocetyl Ether, Purified Water, Sodium Hydroxide, and White Petrolatum.
Ointment: White Petrolatum.
VALISONE –G comes in the following dosage forms:
Cream or ointment.
Do not use VALISONE-G:
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in VALISONE-G (see “What are the ingredients in VALISONE-G?”) or the materials of the container.
- If you have viral diseases including chicken pox, herpes simplex, and vaccinia, and in tuberculosis of the skin.
- In or near the eyes.
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take VALISONE-G. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if:
- Your condition gets worse or you have any other skin reactions or infections.
- You use other medicines that contain steroids.
You are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
- You are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed.
Other warnings you should know about:
Using too much VALISONE-G may increase your chance of experiencing side effects. See “What are possible side effects from using VALISONE-G?”, below.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
How to take VALISONE-G
- Apply a thin film of VALISONE-G (cream or ointment) to completely cover the affected area two or three times daily.
- Although you may feel better early in treatment, VALISONE-G should be used exactly as directed.
- Misuse or overuse of VALISONE-G could lead to the growth of bacteria that will not be killed by gentamicin. This means that VALISONE-G or other medicines that contain gentamicin may not work for you in the future.
- Do not share your medicine.
Usual dose:
Apply two or three times daily.
Overdose:
Using this drug for longer than recommended, can lead to medical conditions, such as Cushing’s disease or adrenal suppression.
If you think you have taken too much VALISONE-G, contact your healthcare professional, hospital emergency department or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
Missed Dose:
If you forget to use VALISONE-G as directed, apply it as soon as possible, then go back to your regular schedule.
What are possible side effects from using VALISONE-G?
Common side effects when used with occlusive dressings
- softening and breaking down of skin
- secondary infection
- thinning of skin
- stretch marks
- heat rash
Less common side effects include
- burning, itching, dryness
- inflammation around hair and mouth
- excessive hair growth
- acne
- skin discoloration
Serious side effects and what to do about them
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | |
| Only if severe | In all cases | ||
| Allergic reaction : rash, hives | ✓ | ||
| Adrenal effects: Fatigue, increased urination / thirst, problems controlling blood sugar levels, weakness, weight loss. | ✓ | ||
If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, talk to your healthcare professional.
Reporting Side Effects
| You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health | |
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NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
Storage:
Store at 15 to 30°C.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
If you want more information about VALISONE-G:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this consumer medication information by visiting the Health Canada website; (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug-products/drug-product-database.html) or by calling 1-800-361-4261.