Betamethasone sodium phosphate and betamethasone acetate Injection and Nora-Be

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

Betamethasone sodium phosphate and betamethasone acetate combination injection provides relief for inflamed areas of the body. It is used to treat a number of different conditions, such as inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, lung or breathing problems, blood or bone marrow problems, eye or vision problems, lupus, serious skin conditions, kidney problems, ulcerative colitis, and flare-ups of multiple sclerosis. Betamethasone sodium phosphate and betamethasone acetate combination is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). It works on the immune system to help relieve swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions.

Betamethasone sodium phosphate and betamethasone acetate is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: norethindrone
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Aygestin, Camila, Errin, Jolivette, Nora-Be, Ortho Micronor, Deblitane, Heather, Jencycla, Nor-QD, Norlyda, Tulana, Incassia

Nora-Be is a form of progesterone, a female hormone important for regulating ovulation and menstruation.

Nora-Be is used for birth control (contraception) to prevent pregnancy.

Nora-Be is also used to treat menstrual disorders, endometriosis, or abnormal vaginal bleeding caused by a hormone imbalance.

Not all brands of Nora-Be are for the same uses. Some brands are for use only as contraception. Others are for use in treating endometriosis or vaginal bleeding disorders. Avoid medication errors by using only the brand, form, and strength your doctor prescribes.

Nora-Be may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.