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Book an Appointment| Bases | Halobetasol | Salicylic acid |
|---|---|---|
| Uses | This drug is used to treat a number of skin disorders (such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, rash). | Used to treat mild and moderate acne. |
| How frequently it should be used | Used according to prescription and requiremen | Cannot be used regularly |
| How does it works | Reduces swelling, rednes | Removes acne scars |
| Where to use | For external use | On skin , avoid using on sensitive area |
Hormonal imbalance- Halobetasol can be absorbed through your skin into your bloodstream. This can influence how hormones are formed by your body.
If you unexpectedly stop taking this medication, your body will not be able to make enough cortisol. It's considered an adrenal insufficiency. In extreme cases, this may cause side effects such as hypotension (very low blood pressure), nausea, vomiting, dizziness, muscle weakness, irritability, depression, lack of appetite, and weight loss.
If you have been taking this medication for a long time, it can increase the hormone cortisol and cause Cushing Syndrome. Symptoms include weight gain, fat deposits in your body especially around the upper back and stomach area), and slow healing of cuts or infections. They also include anxiety, irritability, depression, roundness of the face (moon face) and high blood pressure.
Don't bring this medication next to your eyes or your lips. You should not use it on your face, groin, or underarms unless your doctor orders you to use it in these places. Wash your hands after applying this medicine or using this medicine.
Halobetasol is a super-potent TCS with additional fluorine at the 6α position relative to clobetasol. The additional fluorine in the 6α position further enhances its topical anti-inflammatory and anti- proliferative efficacy.
Ultravate (halobetasol propionate) Ointment and Cream has 0.05 percent is a corticosteroid which gives relief of irritation and itching due to a number of skin issues such as dermatitis, eczema, allergies and rash. Ultravate is available in general form.Halobetasol is the best available topical steroid.
Apply a thin film of the medicine to the infected area and gently rub in as instructed by your doctor, usually one to two times a day. Do not cover, bandage, or wrap the area unless instructed by your doctor. Do not use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants when used in the infant's diaper field.
Halobetasol is classified as a very potent (super-high potency) corticosteroid. It belongs to Category I in the U.S. classification of corticosteroids, which denotes its high potency. It is considered one of the strongest topical steroids available for treating various skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis.
The choice between clobetasol and halobetasol depends on various factors, including the severity of the skin condition, individual response to treatment, and specific medical recommendations. Both clobetasol and halobetasol are very potent corticosteroids used to reduce inflammation and itching associated with skin disorders. However, the potency of halobetasol is slightly higher than that of clobetasol.
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