Halobetasol and tazarotene topical
Generic name: halobetasol and tazarotene topical [ HAL-oh-BAY-ta-sol-and-ta-ZAR-oh-teen-TOP-i-cal ]
Brand name: Duobrii
Dosage form: topical lotion (0.01%-0.045%)
Drug class:Topical antipsoriatics
What is halobetasol and tazarotene topical?
Halobetasol is a highly potent steroid. Tazarotene is a compound similar to vitamin A.
Halobetasol and tazarotene topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat plaque psoriasis (raised, silvery flaking and redness of the skin) in adults.
Halobetasol and tazarotene topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Halobetasol and tazarotene topical can cause birth defects. Do not use if you are pregnant. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy.
Stop using halobetasol and tazarotene topical and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant, if you stop using birth control, or if you miss a menstrual period.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to halobetasol or tazarotene, or if you are pregnant.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
any type of skin infection;
liver disease; or
an adrenal gland disorder.
Steroid medicines can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes.
Do not use halobetasol and tazarotene topical if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby or cause birth defects. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine.
You may need to have a negative pregnancy test before starting this treatment. You should start using halobetasol and tazarotene topical during a normal menstrual period, to be sure you are not pregnant.
Stop using this medicine and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant, if you stop using birth control, or if you miss a menstrual period.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using halobetasol and tazarotene. Ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply this medicine to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
This medicine is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use halobetasol and tazarotene topical?
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