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Halovate, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream, Lotion, Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Dermatitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Halovate have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Halovate depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Halovate as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Halovate are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Halovate's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Halovate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Halovate have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Halovate may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Halovate, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Halovate 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 Halovate safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Halovate. It is best to stop taking Halovate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Halovate safe during breastfeeding?
Halovate may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Halovate on the Kidneys?
Halovate is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Halovate on the Liver?
Halovate is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Halovate on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Halovate for the heart.
Halovate 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 Halovate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Halovate habit forming or addictive?
Halovate is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Halovate as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Halovate only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Halovate cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Halovate
Taking Halovate with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Halovate
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Halovate with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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