Halobetasol Topical
Generic name: halobetasol topical [ HAL-oh-BAY-ta-sol ]
Brand names: Bryhali, Lexette, Ultravate, Ultravate X Ointment, Ultravate X Cream
Dosage forms: topical cream (0.05%); topical foam (0.05%); topical kit (0.05%); topical lotion (0.01%; 0.05%); topical ointment (0.05%)
Drug class:Topical steroids
What is halobetasol topical?
Halobetasol is a highly potency corticosteroid medicine that helps reduce inflammation in the body.
Halobetasol topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by plaque psoriasis or other inflamed and itchy skin conditions that respond to corticosteroid medication.
Halobetasol topical is available as a cream, ointment, lotion, or foam.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use halobetasol if you are allergic to it.
To make sure halobetasol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
any type of skin infection;
a skin reaction to any steroid medicine;
an adrenal gland disorder;
liver disease; or
if you plan to have surgery.
Steroid medicines can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes.
It is not known whether halobetasol topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply halobetasol to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
Halobetasol topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old. Some brands or forms of this medicine are for use only in adults 18 and over.
Children can absorb larger amounts of halobetasol through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.
How should I use halobetasol topical?
Use halobetasol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Do not use on open wounds or on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Rinse with water if halobetasol gets in your eyes or mouth.
Wash your hands before and after using halobetasol, unless you are using this medicine to treat the skin on your hands.
Shake the foam before each use.
Apply a thin layer of halobetasol topical to the affected skin and rub it in gently. Do not apply this medicine over a large area of skin unless your doctor has told you to.
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