NDATOPICALOINTMENT
Approved
Aug 1983
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
4/8 — Partial
BETAMETHASONE VALERATE (betamethasone valerate) by Sandoz is clinical pharmacology: topical corticosteroids share anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive actions. First approved in 1983.
Drug data last refreshed 5h ago · AI intelligence enriched 1mo ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
Betamethasone valerate is a topical corticosteroid ointment that reduces inflammation, itching, and redness through anti-inflammatory and vasoconstrictor mechanisms. It is absorbed percutaneously and metabolized hepatically, with efficacy correlating to vasoconstrictor potency. This product treats inflammatory skin conditions where topical steroid therapy is indicated.
$4MPart D
LOE ApproachingAs a legacy product approaching loss of exclusivity with modest Part D claims, this brand operates with likely lean commercial teams focused on cost management and generic transition planning.
Mechanism of Action
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY: Topical corticosteroids share anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive actions. The mechanism of anti-inflammatory activity of the topical corticosteroids is unclear. Various laboratory methods, including vasoconstrictor assays, are used to compare and predict…
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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