Halobetasol Propionate Lotion
Halotop Lotion
Halotop Lotion is prescribed for the treatment of skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis.
Halotop Lotion Composition :-
Halotop Lotion consists of : Halobetasol Propionate 0.05% w/v.
Halobetasol propionate belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroid.
Halotop Lotion Uses :
Halotop Lotion is an corticosteroid medicine used to treat the symptoms of skin conditions like eczema (thick, dry, and itchy skin), dermatitis (irritation of the skin), psoriasis (a condition in which skin cells grows and cause dry, itchy, and scaly patches), etc.
Halotop Lotion works by blocking certain chemicals in your body that give rise to swelling, itching, and irritation.
Halotop Lotion Dosage :-
Halotop Lotion is a prescription medicine.
Halotop Lotion for external use only, and apply Halotop Lotion to the affected skin once or twice daily, as directed by your physician.
Halotop Lotion do not apply large amounts, or use it for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better after 2 weeks of treatment.
Clean and dry the affected area, If you miss a of Halotop Lotion, apply it as dose fast as it is possible. Although, if it is almost time for your next dose, leave the missed dose and go back to your daily schedule. Do not double the dose.
Complete the prescribed treatment of Halotop Lotion.
Halotop Lotion Side-effects :-
Like all medicines, Halotop Lotion can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effect.
• Burning,
• Itching,
• Dryness,
• Redness,
Most of these side effects are short term and get resolved with time. Although, if any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get poor, take a doctor's consultation as soon as possible.
How Halotop Lotion Works :-
Halotop Lotion consists of : Halobetasol.
Halobetasol is a corticosteroid. Halobetasol works by blocking the production of specific chemical substances that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy.
Thus, Halotop Lotion treats skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis.
Precautions & Warnings :-
• Avoid using Halotop Lotion if you are allergic to Halobetasol.
• Halotop Lotion is for external use only. Avoid in touch with your eyes, nose, mouth, and open wounds. In case of accidental contact, wash fully with water.
• Halotop Lotion is not suggested for use in children below 12 years of age.
• Talk to your doctor if you are using any other topical medications or have other skin conditions before starting treatment with Halotop Lotion.
• Ask your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using Halotop Lotion.
• Halotop Lotion is not suggested for use during pregnancy untill it is necessary. Ask your doctor if you are pregnant.
• Halotop Lotion can be used with caution while breastfeeding. Although, topical application to the nipple area can grow the risk of side effects in your baby. Avoid breastfeeding if you have apply on Halotop Lotion around your nipples.
• Halotop Lotion is not suggested for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
• Halotop Lotion should not be used for more than two weeks untill suggestef by your doctor due to the increased risk of critical side effects.
• Halotop Lotion can cause growth retardation in some children when used for a long duration. Your child's doctor can suggest the minimum effective dose for the lowest duration possible to lower the chances of such side effects.
• Halotop Lotion is suggestef for use on the skin only. Avoid in touch with the eyes, mouth, wounds, or broken skin. In case of accidental contact, rinse fully with water.
• Diabetes refers to an grow in blood sugar levels. Rarely, Halotop Lotion can lead to an increase in blood sugar levels. So, this medicine should be used with caution if you have diabetes.
• Halotop Lotion works by decreasing the activity of the immune system thus, growing the risk of infections. Hence, it must be used with caution if you have active infections. Avoid using Halotop Lotion for more than the suggested duration.
• Hyperadrenocorticism is also called as Cushing's syndrome, is a condition that takr place due to high cortisol (a chemical substance that helps your body respond to stress, regulate blood sugar, and fight infections) levels in the body. High doses of Halotop Lotion must be used with caution as it can cause or worsen hyperadrenocorticism, in rare cases.
• Prolonged use of high doses of Halotop Lotion can cause cataracts (a cloudy layer that forms in the lens of the eye) or increased fluid pressure inside the eye. So, it must be used with caution if you have a history of cataracts or glaucoma (an eye condition with abnormally high pressure inside the eye that can give rise to vision loss).
Halotop Lotion Mfg By :-
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Halotop Lotion Price :-
MRP ₹ =
Halotop Lotion Storage :-
Halotop Lotion : store below 30°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Halobetasol Propionate,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis.
FAQs :-
What is Halotop Lotion?
Halotop Lotion consists of : Halobetasol.
Halobetasol is a corticosteroid. Halotop Lotion is used to treat skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis.
Halobetasol is a corticosteroid. Halotop Lotion is used to treat skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis.
How should Halotop Lotion be apply?
Halotop Lotion for external use only, and apply Halotop Lotion to the affected skin once or twice daily, as directed by your physician.
What are the side effects of Halotop Lotion?
Halotop Lotion can cause side effects such as, burning, itching, dryness and redness of the skin where the medication is applied. However, talk to your doctor if any of these effects continues for a long time or worsen.
Halotop Lotion can be apply during pregnancy?
Halotop Lotion is not suggested for use during pregnancy untill it is necessary. Ask your doctor if you are pregnant.
Halotop Lotion can be apply while breast-feeding?
Halotop Lotion can be used with caution while breastfeeding. Although, topical application to the nipple area can grow the risk of side effects in your baby. Avoid breastfeeding if you have apply on this medicine around your nipples.