Haloxa Cream0.05%
Cream
Opsonin Pharma Limited
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Haloxa Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the devel... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Haloxa Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Haloxa Cream belongs to a group of medicine called steroids. It is used for treatment of allergic disorders and inflammatory skin conditions. It provide... View More
Uses of Haloxa Cream
- Allergic disorders
Side effects of Haloxa Cream
- Headache
- Application site pain
How to use Haloxa Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Haloxa Cream works
Haloxa Cream is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy... View More
- Haloxa Cream is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
- It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Haloxa Cream and consult your doctor.
- Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
- Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Haloxa Cream. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
- Do not stop taking Haloxa Cream suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Indication
Psoriasis, Eczema, Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses
Administration
A thin layer should be applied to the affected skin once or twice daily and rub in gently and completely.
Adult Dose
Inflammatory, Pruritic & Steroid-Responsive Dermatoses Apply topically to affected area(s) BID Not to exceed 50 g/week; do not use longer than 2 con... View More
Child Dose
Inflammatory, Pruritic & Steroid-Responsive Dermatoses <12 years: Safety and efficacy not established >12 years: Apply topically to affected area(s)... View More
Contraindication
Halobetasol Propionate Cream/Ointment is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparatio... View More
Mode of Action
Corticosteroids decrease inflammation by stabilizing leukocyte lysosomal membranes, preventing release of destructive acid hydrolases from leukocytes; i... View More
Precaution
Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids may cause reversible hypothalamic-pituitaryadrenal (HPA) axis suppression, manifestations of cushing\'s s... View More
Side Effect
Skin atrophy,Striae,Acneform lesions,Intracranial hypertension,Allergic contact dermatitis,Pruritus,Pustulation,Perioral dermatitis,Urticaria,Hypertrich... View More
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