Betaloan SUIK and Hydergine

• Generic Name: betamethasone
• Dosage Forms: injection, suspension
• Other Brand Names: Celestone Soluspan, Celestone, Celestone Phosphate, Selestoject, Cell-U-Jec, Adbeon, Beta-Phos/AC

Betamethasone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Betamethasone is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as allergic reactions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, and problems caused by low adrenal gland hormone levels.

Betamethasone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: ergoloid mesylates
• Dosage Forms: Tablets, Liquid and Liquid Capsules
• Other Brand Names: Hydergine, Hydergine LC

Hydergine is used to improve cognitive (mental) and self-care functioning in people with symptoms of dementia related to aging or conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.

Hydergine is not a cure for dementia or for any underlying disease that may lead to decreased mental capacity.

Hydergine will not treat dementia that is related to mental illness, mood disorders, or neurologic disease.

Hydergine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.