HALOCAL CREAM

Halobetasol cream is a super high potency, Class I corticosteroid product that is applied to the skin to reduce inflammation and itching caused by plaque psoriasis or other skin conditions that respond to corticosteroid medication.

The extent of percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids is determined by many factors including the vehicle and the integrity of the epidermal barrier. Occlusive dressings with hydrocortisone for up to 24 hours have not been demonstrated to increase penetration; however, occlusion of hydrocortisone for 96 hours markedly enhances penetration. Topical corticosteroids can be absorbed from normal intact skin. Inflammation and/or other disease processes in the skin may increase percutaneous absorption. Human and animal studies indicate that less than 6% of the applied dose of halobetasol propionate enters the circulation within 96 hours following topical administration of Halobetasol Propionate Cream. Studies performed with Halobetasol Propionate Cream indicate that it is in the super-high range of potency as compared with other topical corticosteroids.

For redness, itching, and swelling of the skin: Adults and children 12 years of age and older—Apply to the affected area of the skin 1 or 2 times a day. Children younger than 12 years of age- Use is not recommended. For plaque psoriasis: Adults and children 12 years of age and older- Apply to the affected area of the skin 2 times a day for up to 2 weeks. Children younger than 12 years of age- Use is not recommended. Method of administration Apply a thin layer of Halobetasol Propionate Cream to the affected skin once or twice daily, as directed by your physician, and rub in gently and completely. Halobetasol Propionate Cream is a super-high potency topical corticosteroid; therefore, treatment should be limited to two weeks, and amounts greater than 50 g/wk should not be used. As with other corticosteroids, therapy should be discontinued when control is achieved. If no improvement is seen within 2 weeks, reassessment of diagnosis may be necessary. Halobetasol Propionate Cream should not be used with occlusive dressings.

HALOCAL Cream is available in 30 g of pack filled in laminated tube & packed in Carton.