Haloderm S Information

Haloderm S is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. The alternative uses of Haloderm S have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Haloderm S depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Haloderm S have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Haloderm S normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Haloderm S is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Haloderm S related warnings talks about Haloderm S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Haloderm S contraindications section.

Besides this, Haloderm S may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Haloderm S is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Haloderm S Benefits & Uses
Haloderm S Dosage & How to Take
Haloderm S Side Effects
Haloderm S Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Haloderm S with Other Drugs
Haloderm S Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Haloderm S
Haloderm S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Haloderm S Benefits & Uses

Haloderm S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Dermatitis
Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Haloderm S Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Halobetasol (0.05% w/w), Salicylic Acid ( 3% w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Halobetasol (0.05% w/w), Salicylic Acid ( 3% w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Halobetasol (0.05% w/w), Salicylic Acid ( 3% w/w), for course duration follow doctor's advice

Haloderm S Related Warnings

Is the use of Haloderm S safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Haloderm S in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Haloderm S safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Haloderm S for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Haloderm S on the Kidneys?

Haloderm S rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Haloderm S on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Haloderm S on the liver.
What is the effect of Haloderm S on the Heart?

Haloderm S is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Haloderm S with Other Drugs

Haloderm S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Clindamycin

Isotretinoin

Tazarotene

Mild

Haloderm S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Haloderm S unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Haloderm S

Is this Haloderm S habit forming or addictive?

Haloderm S is not addictive in nature.

Haloderm S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Haloderm S

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Haloderm S, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Haloderm S

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Haloderm S and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.