Celestone Soluspan Injection (Betamethasone Sodium Phospate/Betamethasone Acetate)

Do’s

• Celestone Soluspan Injection is typically administered by a healthcare provider through various methods such as intramuscular, intradermal, or intra-articular injections.
• The specific injection site, schedule, dosage, and duration of treatment are determined based on the individual's medical condition and response to treatment.
• If your injections are administered intramuscularly, your healthcare provider may provide instructions on self-administration. If any aspect of the information is unclear, seek guidance from your healthcare provider.
• Follow the dosing schedule exactly as directed by a healthcare provider to derive the maximum benefit from the medication.
• Before using Celestone Soluspan Injection, wash hands with soap and water and visually inspect the product for clumpy particles or discoloration.
• Before each dose, clean the injection site with rubbing alcohol and change the injection site each time to lessen injury under the skin.
• Shake the vial before use to evenly disperse the suspension and inject the prescribed dose immediately after withdrawing it into the syringe to avoid settling of the medication.
• Learn how to store and discard syringes, needles, and medical supplies safely. Consult a healthcare provider for more information.
• If an injection has been administered into a joint, be cautious about the amount of stress placed on that joint, even if it is feeling better. Consult a healthcare provider regarding joint movement during the healing process.
• Inform your healthcare provider if the condition worsens or if new symptoms arise.

Don’ts

• Do not inject this medication into a vein (intravenously) or into the spine (epidurally). It is also not recommended for injection around/into the eye or certain parts of the nose due to the risk of blindness or damage to the eye(s).
• Do not suddenly stop this medication without a healthcare provider's approval especially if using it for an extended period as some conditions may worsen when the drug is suddenly stopped.

Long-term use of Celestone Soluspan Injection can lead to suppression of adrenal glands, causing fatigue, lethargy, low blood pressure, and electrolyte imbalances.

Serious Side Effects:

• Fast, slow, or irregular heartbeats
• Signs of hypoadrenalism in infants born to mothers who have received corticosteroids during pregnancy 

Allergic Reactions:

• Get emergency medical help if you experience signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat 

Discuss the risks and benefits of Celestone Soluspan Injection with your healthcare provider, especially if it is to be injected near your spine (epidural), as rare but serious side effects may occur with epidural use.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Consult with a healthcare provider for additional information about the potential side effects of Celestone Soluspan Injection.

Before having surgery or emergency treatment, or if you get a serious illness or injury, inform your healthcare provider if you are using or have used Celestone Soluspan Injection within the past 12 months. Additionally, tell your healthcare provider right away if you develop unusual/extreme tiredness or weight loss.

If you will be using this medication for a long time, carry a warning card or medical ID bracelet that identifies your use of this medication.

Celestone Soluspan Injection may interact with various drugs such as diuretics, antibiotics, warfarin, anti-diabetic agents, oral contraceptives, ketoconazole, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), cyclosporine, and digitalis. Inform your healthcare provider about all medications you are taking.

Celestone Soluspan Injection is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any components of this product. It is also contraindicated for intramuscular corticosteroid preparations for idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.

Celestone Soluspan Injection should be used during pregnancy only if prescribed. Consult a healthcare provider before using this medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

For more detailed information and personalized advice, consult a healthcare provider.