Halox Ointment belongs to a group of medicine called steroids. It is used for the treatment of allergic disorders and inflammatory skin conditions. It provides relief from swelling, redness, and itching in the affected area.
Halox Ointment is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean, making sure they are dry and washing your hands before and after treating the infection.
Some common side effects include headache and application site pain. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know. Some people have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing or breathing problems, dizziness and nausea. Get emergency help if this happens.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar cream before and had an allergic reaction.
Uses of Halox Ointment
Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Benefits of Halox Ointment
In Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Halox Ointment is effective in treating skin conditions with inflammation and itching like, skin allergies. It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. It reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes.
You should always use it as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.
Side effects of Halox Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Halox
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Headache
How to use Halox Ointment
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 dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
How Halox Ointment works
Halox Ointment is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Halox Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Halox Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Halox Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Halox Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Halox Ointment 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 Halox Ointment and consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Patient concerns
Is Halox better or Halox S better for skin. I have super dry skin problem.
Dryness of hands. Sometimes I get scaly skin drying out and peeling off. I was diagnosed with Eczema and prescribed Halox ointment which I applied for 1 month and was cured however it reappears now and then.
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Kip using moisturex cream/- twice daily at separate time other than halox
Problem of itching started in 1996 on my right hand ( below little finger). Skin dried up and started to increasing the area. Took some haemopathic medicine but no immediate relief. Anyway the affected area was cured. After 6 years again faced same problem and same affected area. Took some medicine and ointment but without any relief. Then i got posted to patiala in 2005 and i consulted skin specialist who prescribed one ointment and Levocetrizine tab. Got totally cured in a month. I was very happy. In 2012 it again appeared on the same spot. Again got medicine from Doctor but of no avail. In 2015 used ayurvedic medicine got cured but after few months it again appeared on the same spot. Presently having itching problem with dried skin affecting area of 1 square inch below my little finger on right hand. What to do now?
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
the picture is blurred but it seems like psoriasis now one thing to keep in mind is that psoriasis will come back again the approach will be to start Medicines and undergo Follow up with a Dermatologist and to taper down the Medicine doselooking at this picture you can start Halox -S ointment-twice daily for 3wks then once daily for 3wks
Suffering from lychen amolyodosis kindly suggest some medicine I am using halox s solution right now but if I discontinue this again the skin return to original form
Dr. Banashree Majumdar
Dermatology
It is a chronic condition with high tendency for chronicity. You need to visit nearby dermatologist personally you are intelligent enough to understand the fact that we cannot prescribe any medication which have a lot of side effects online, as it can harm you
Dryness of skin on hands and legs. Looks like eczema/psoriasis I have tried allopathy where in the ointment Halox ointment was prescribed I used ointment for 1 month and the skin was cured. However, they appear like dryness of patches more on hands I use aloe vera gel to hands for dryness. However, I see very less dryness of legs and not much patches.
Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari
Ayurveda
apply lippu ointemt, take panch tikt ghrit guggul 2 tab twice,. kaiosr guggul 2 tab twice with water
Halox Ointment is used on the skin to relieve inflammatory and itchy skin diseases. It also helps in reducing redness, scaling and swelling associated with these conditions. Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor.
How to use Halox Ointment?
It should be rubbed gently on the affected skin twice daily for a maximum of about 2 weeks. In case, you do not find any considerable improvement within 2 weeks, consult your doctor for reevaluation.
What should I do if I forget to use Halox Ointment?
If you forget to use Halox Ointment, do not worry and continue using Halox Ointment as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Can you use Halox Ointment on broken skin?
No, Halox Ointment should not be applied on broken skin. It is a steroid, which means that it works by suppressing the immune system. It may cause varied side effects which can slow the healing process. Moreover, steroids are also known to cause skin atrophy which might worsen the associated condition.
Does Halox Ointment cause local irritation or skin reactions?
Yes, Halox Ointment may cause local skin reactions like burning, itching, irritation, dryness and hypopigmentation in sensitive individuals, although it is rare. Therefore, it is important to inform your doctor if you have any history of allergy or reaction before you start therapy with this medicine. In some cases, the reason for reactions could be the ingredients that are included in the drug. In case of any reaction, stop the medication immediately and inform the doctor.
Are Ulobetasol and Halox Ointment the same?
Yes, these two are the same medicine. Ulobetasol is an alternate chemical name for Halox Ointment. They both are steroids that can be applied topically.
What precautions do I need to take while using Halox Ointment?
Be careful not to get Halox Ointment into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Halox Ointment if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Halox Ointment with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Halox Ointment only if prescribed by the doctor.
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