Halobetasol

Halobetasol is used to treat swelling, inflammation, and itching associated with skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, rashes, insect bites, poison ivy, and allergies. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Halobetasol comes in ointment and cream for use on the skin. Halobetasol usually is used two to four times a day. Halobetasol should not be used for longer than 2 weeks. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use halobetasol exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Thoroughly clean the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication in until most of it disappears. Use just enough medication to cover the affected area. You should wash your hands after applying the medication. Do not use halobetasol if you have an infection or sores on the area to be treated.

<p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>Halobetasol may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

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burning</li>
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stinging</li>
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itching</li>
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redness</li></ul></p> <p></p> <p></p>

Before using halobetasol, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to halobetasol or any other drugs. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially skin products containing hydrocortisone.