Bettamousse 0.1% Foam

What is Bettamousse?

Bettamousse cutaneous foam is a corticosteroid mousse treatment containing Betamethasone. It is used to reduce irritation and inflammation caused by scalp psoriasis, quickly soothing the skin while decreasing visible redness and flaking.

Manufactured by RPH Pharmaceuticals, this is easy-to-use foam, that can be prescribed for adults over the age of 18 years. It is fast-acting and proven to deliver noticeable results in just 7 days.

What is Bettamousse used for?

Bettamousse foam is an effective steroid treatment for dry skin conditions that affect the scalp, including scalp psoriasis. Quickly reducing inflammation, easing tight, sore skin, helping to calm itching and redness and preventing the skin from becoming damaged or infected.

What is scalp psoriasis?

Psoriasis is a dry skin condition that causes red, scaly, dry and itchy patches of skin and is a result of the skin cells being replaced more quickly than they should be.

Psoriasis can affect anywhere on the body, but the scalp is one of the most commonly affected areas, either in part or the whole scalp. People who suffer from psoriasis on their scalp often experience intense itching and occasionally temporary hair loss, which can generate feelings of embarrassment or self-consciousness.

Bettamouse is a prescription-only treatment for scalp psoriasis. If you are unsure whether you are suffering from psoriasis, anywhere on your body, you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice about your treatment option.

How does Bettamousse work?

Betamethasone is a corticosteroid or steroid that is used in Bettamousse foam to help reduce inflammation and irritation caused by dry scalp conditions. It is applied directly to the affected skin and works by counteracting the body’s inflammatory response, preventing the cells from releasing histamine chemicals, which in turn stops redness, itching and irritation.

How quickly does Bettamouse work?

When Bettamousse foam is used as directed by your doctor, you should see a noticeable improvement in the condition of your scalp within 7 days. If your skin does not appear less red, dry and flaky and feels more soothed and calm within 1 week you should stop using this treatment and seek further advice from your doctor.

Alternatives to Bettamousse

Bettamousse foam is a brand of prescription-only steroid treatment containing 0.1% Betamethasone used to treat dry scalp conditions such as psoriasis. At The Independent Pharmacy, we stock a range of treatment options for scalp psoriasis. It is our goal to provide treatment options that are designed to suit our customers’ individual needs.

Betacap 0.1% Solution and Betnovate Scalp Application are both prescription-strength alternatives to Bettamousse, containing the same active ingredient to offer relief from scalp psoriasis.

We also offer a variety of over-the-counter dry scalp treatments including gels, ointments and shampoos:

• Dermalex Scalp Psoriasis Gel
• Sebco Ointment
• Cocois Ointment
• Neutrogena T/Gel Shampoo
• Alphosyl 2 in1 Shampoo
• Capasal Shampoo

Sources

• Bettamousse Foam Patient Information Leaflet: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/9170/pil
• https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/betamethasone-skin/
• https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/psoriasis/symptoms/

Bettamousse warnings

• You should speak to a doctor before using this product if you have any open wounds, your skin is infected or you are experiencing any visual disturbances.
• If you are currently using or have recently stopped using any other prescription or non-prescription treatments you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist before using Bettamousse.

Bettamousse in pregnancy & breastfeeding

If you are suffering from scalp psoriasis and are trying to get pregnant, are currently pregnant or are breastfeeding you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

How to use Bettamousse

Bettamouse is for external use only and can be prescribed at The Independent Pharmacy for adults over the age of 18 years. Use this treatment exactly as directed by your doctor. It should be used at the lowest dose and for the shortest amount of time to manage your condition.

1. Remove the cap
2. Turn the can upside down and squirt, no more than a golf ball-sized amount of mousse onto a plate or saucer. Do not squirt into your hands.
3. Apply to the affected areas of skin twice a day, avoiding your hair and massage into your scalp.
4. Allow your hair to dry naturally.
5. Wash your hands straight after each application.
6. Do not wash your hair immediately after use. It should be left to work overnight or throughout the day.
7. If you do not see improvements to your skin within 7 days, stop using this treatment and speak to a doctor for advice.

Before using Bettamousse, please read the Patient Information Leaflet thoroughly.

Bettamousse ingredients

The active ingredient in Bettamousse is: Betamethasone (as valerate) 0.1%.

The other ingredients are: cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, polysorbate 60, ethanol, purified water, propylene glycol, citric acid anhydrous, potassium citrate, and butane/propane.

Bettamousse side effects

Bettamousse can cause some people to experience side effects. If you develop headaches or stinging and itching while using this treatment you should stop using it straight away and speak to a doctor.

The most common side effects (affecting 1 in 100 people) include:

• Skin infections
• Thinning of the skin
• Making of the skin
• Bruising easily
• Rash on the face

If you are worried about any side effects you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice. For full details on side effects associated with Bettamousse, please read the Patient Information Leaflet.