Halog
Generic name:halcinonide topical [ hal-SIN-oh-nide ]
Drug class:Topical steroids
What is Halog?
Halog (for the skin) is a highly potent steroid that is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.
Halog may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Halog if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
any type of skin infection;
a skin reaction to any steroid medicine;
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.
It is not known if halcinonide will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using Halog. Ask your doctor about any risk. If you breastfeed, avoid applying this medicine to your nipple area.
Do not use this medicine on a child without medical advice. Children can absorb larger amounts of this medicine through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.
How should I use Halog?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.
Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine, unless you are using it to treat a hand condition.
Use only a small amount of medicine. Apply a thin layer and rub in gently.
Do not apply this medicine over a large area of skin unless your doctor has told you to.
Do not cover treated skin with a bandage unless your doctor tells you to.
If you are treating the diaper area, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of using this medicine.
You should not stop using halcinonide suddenly. Follow your doctor's instructions about tapering your dose.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze.