Ultravate Cream
Chemical Name: ULTRAVATE HALOBETASOL (hal-oh-BAY-ta-sol)
Common Ultravate uses
This medicine is a corticosteroid used on
the skin to reduce itching and inflammation
associated with different skin conditions.
Before using Ultravate
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. Inform your doctor of
any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Ultravate Directions
Use
this medicine exactly as directed by your
doctor. WASH YOUR HANDS before and after
applying this medicine. Apply a thin layer
of medicine to the affected area. Rub the
medicine in gently and completely. Do not
cover with a bandage or wrap unless your
doctor tells you to. STORE THIS MEDICINE at
room temperature, away from heat and light.
Keep the container tightly closed. IF YOU
MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon
as possible. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and go back
to your regular dosing schedule.
Ultravate Cautions
DO
NOT USE THIS MEDICINE FOR MORE THAN 2 WEEKS
unless directed by your doctor. KEEP THIS
MEDICINE AWAY from your eyes. If you get it
in your eyes, wash them out with water and
contact your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR
if you notice increased thirst, increased
frequency of urination or increased volume
of urine. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
skin conditions without checking with your
doctor. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the
benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU
ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are
using this medicine, check with your doctor
or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Possible Ultravate side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include stinging or burning when
applied. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR
DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you develop
irritation, rash, redness, or an increase in
itching. Also, check with your doctor if you
experience excessive hair growth, or a
change in the color or texture of your skin.
If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Ultravate
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. This medicine may be harmful if
swallowed.
Additional Ultravate information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
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