Halovate S Information

Halovate S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Secondary and off-label uses of Halovate S have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Halovate S. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Halovate S can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Halovate S normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Halovate S's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Halovate S has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Halovate S related warnings section.

The section on Halovate S contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Halovate S may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Halovate S, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Halovate S Benefits & Uses

Halovate 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)

Halovate 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

Halovate S Related Warnings

Is the use of Halovate S safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Halovate S on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Halovate S safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Halovate S for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Halovate S on the Kidneys?

Halovate S rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Halovate S on the Liver?

Halovate S is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Halovate S on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Halovate S on the heart have been reported.

Severe Interaction of Halovate S with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Clindamycin

Isotretinoin

Tazarotene

Mild

Halovate S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Halovate 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 Halovate S

Is this Halovate S habit forming or addictive?

Halovate S does not cause addiction.

Halovate S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Halovate S

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Halovate S and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Halovate S

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