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Halotop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Lotion, Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Dermatitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Halotop have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Halotop is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Halotop have been listed ahead. These side effects of Halotop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Halotop's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Halotop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Halotop related warnings section.
The section on Halotop contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Halotop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Halotop, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming. instant skin whitening cream to make your skin one tone fairer
Halotop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Halotop safe for pregnant women?
Halotop can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Halotop right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Halotop safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Halotop as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Halotop on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Halotop on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Halotop on the Liver?
Halotop is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Halotop on the Heart?
Halotop is not harmful for the heart.
Halotop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Halotop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Halotop habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Halotop.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Halotop will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Halotop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Halotop cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Halotop
Taking Halotop with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Halotop
Information about the interaction of Halotop and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Halobetasol Propionate
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 369-372