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compositionComposition:FUSIDIC ACID-2%W/W+HALOBETASOL-0.05%W/W
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Halovate F Cream is used to treat bacterial skin infections, such as eczema and dermatitis. It contains Halobetasol and Fusidic acid, which blocks prostaglandins (chemical messengers) production, responsible for making the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. It effectively treats inflammation and itchiness caused by eczema (inflamed and itchy skin) and psoriasis (skin cells build up and form scales and itchy, dry patches). Also, it stops the growth of bacteria. It has common side effects like itching, dryness, redness, and a burning sensation at the application site. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

FUSIDIC ACID-2%W/W+HALOBETASOL-0.05%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Halovate F Cream

Halovate F Cream is a prescription topical medication used to treat bacterial skin infections accompanied by significant inflammation, redness, and itching. It combines a medicine to reduce swelling with an antibacterial agent to clear the infection. This dual-action treatment is typically prescribed for conditions like infected eczema or dermatitis.

For the best results, you must apply Halovate F Cream consistently at the exact intervals recommended by your doctor, usually once or twice daily. Because this is a topical cream, it is applied directly to the skin and does not require any food-related restrictions. Supporting your skin's healing process by staying hydrated, keeping the affected area clean, and avoiding harsh soaps can significantly improve your treatment outcomes.

While using Halovate F Cream, you may experience mild local reactions like temporary burning, irritation, or skin dryness at the application site. These symptoms are usually temporary, but you should contact your doctor immediately if you notice severe skin thinning, stretch marks, or signs of an allergic reaction.

Before starting Halovate F Cream, inform your doctor if you have viral skin infections such as chickenpox or herpes, tuberculosis of the skin, circulation problems, rosacea, or perioral dermatitis (a rash around the mouth). Do not use this medicine if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients or if you have thin, fragile skin in the treatment area.

Although topical absorption is low, using other topical steroid creams or skin products simultaneously can increase the risk of side effects. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, treating a child, or managing skin conditions in an elderly person, consult your healthcare provider before application to ensure safe and appropriate use. The medicine is generally not recommended for children under 12 years of age because they may absorb more medicine through their skin, increasing the risk of side effects.

Uses of Halovate F Cream

Halovate F Cream is prescribed to treat bacterial skin infections associated with inflammation. Common uses include:

  • Infected Eczema: Halovate F Cream helps by clearing the bacterial infection while rapidly reducing the intense itching, redness, and swelling associated with eczema flare-ups.
  • Infected Dermatitis: It targets the underlying bacterial infection and calms the skin's allergic response, helping the skin barrier heal.
  • Bacterial skin infections with inflammation: Halovate F Cream may be prescribed to treat other bacterial skin infections associated with inflammation when your doctor considers this combination appropriate. It should only be used for the condition and duration recommended by your doctor. 

Key Benefits

Halovate F Cream combines a potent corticosteroid with an antibiotic to treat bacterial skin infections associated with inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms while treating the underlying infection, promoting faster healing.

  • Treats Bacterial Skin Infections: Helps eliminate susceptible bacteria causing the infection and prevents it from spreading.
  • Relieves Inflammation and Itching: Reduces redness, swelling, itching, and irritation associated with inflamed skin conditions.
  • Promotes Faster Healing: By treating both the infection and inflammation simultaneously, it supports quicker healing and restoration of healthy skin.
  • Reduces Skin Discomfort: Helps relieve soreness, burning, and irritation, allowing you to carry out daily activities more comfortably.
  • Supports Skin Barrier Recovery: Helps protect the damaged skin while it heals, reducing the urge to scratch and lowering the risk of further skin injury.
Side effects of Halovate F Cream 30 gm
  • Change positions or take a break from activity to relieve symptoms, as stinging can disturb your regular patterns.
  • Avoid postures that put much pressure on the body area where stinging is felt.
  • If you have a vitamin deficiency, take supplements or change your diet.
  • Exercise regularly to improve inner strength.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions to prevent stinging.
  • Massage the affected area gently to get temporary relief.
  • Burning sensation is an abnormal side effect that needs medical attention. To relieve the burning feeling, your doctor may prescribe painkillers or antidepressants.
  • Focused exercises can improve strength and reduce burning by soothing muscles.
  • Change in lifestyle and improving nutrition can reduce the causes of burning sensation and provide relief.
  • Your doctor may suggest nerve block injections as it is related to sensation in the skin.
  • Burning feeling in a specific area would need mild electrical currents to reduce pain that targets the nerve affected. This practice must be done only if your doctor mentions it.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication, to improve effectiveness.
  • Take a small amount of Halovate F Cream on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area.
  • It is only for external use.
  • Avoid contact with the nose, mouth or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.

How Halovate F Cream Works

Halovate F Cream contains halobetasol and fusidic acid, which work together to target both the infection and the painful inflammation. The first component, halobetasol, is a highly potent topical corticosteroid. It works by binding to specific receptors in skin cells, helping reduce the production of substances that cause inflammation, redness, swelling, and itching. The second component, fusidic acid, is a targeted topical antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing bacteria from producing the essential proteins they need to multiply and survive. It is particularly effective against certain bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of infected eczema and other skin infections. Together, these two components help clear the bacterial infection while calming the skin, leading to faster healing.
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Alcohol

Caution

No interaction found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using Halovate F Cream.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Halovate F Cream in pregnant women is unknown. Hence, consult your doctor before using Halovate F Cream.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The excretion of Halovate F Cream in human milk is unknown and is given to a breastfeeding mother only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Do not apply Halovate F Cream on breast areas to prevent the baby's accidental ingestion of Halovate F Cream.

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Driving

Caution

Halovate F Cream has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Halovate F Cream.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Halovate F Cream.

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Children

Caution

Halovate F Cream is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as large amounts of Halovate F Cream may be absorbed through the skin easily in children and cause adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before using Halovate F Cream in children.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available for use of Halovate F Cream in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Halovate F Cream

Because Halovate F Cream is applied to the skin, an accidental overdose is unlikely to cause life-threatening issues. However, if you or someone else swallows the medication, or if it is applied excessively over large areas for a long time, seek immediate medical attention or contact a poison control centre.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep Your Skin Hydrated: Drink plenty of water and apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser to unaffected areas of the skin, if recommended by your doctor.
  • Avoid Scratching: Do not scratch or pick at the affected skin, as this can worsen the infection and delay healing.
  • Wear Breathable Clothing: Choose loose-fitting cotton clothing to minimise friction, sweating, and skin irritation.
  • Use Gentle Skin Care: Wash with mild, soap-free cleansers and use lukewarm rather than hot water to avoid drying and irritating the skin.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Halovate F Cream to start to work: The time required for Halovate F Cream to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Halovate F Cream last: The duration of action for Halovate F Cream is unknown.

What if you forget to take Halovate F Cream

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

•Do not freeze the medication, and keep it away from direct heat, sunlight, and moisture. Keep the tube tightly closed when not in use.

Drug Warnings

  • Avoid Sensitive Areas: Do not apply Halovate F Cream to the face, groin, underarms, or skin folds unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
  • Avoid Contact with Eyes and Mouth: Keep the medicine away from your eyes, nose, and mouth. Rinse thoroughly with water if accidental contact occurs.
  • Use Only for the Prescribed Duration: Complete the full prescribed course, even if your skin starts to improve. Using Halovate F Cream for longer than prescribed may cause skin thinning, increase the risk of side effects affecting the whole body, and encourage bacterial resistance.
  • Inspect the Medicine Before Use: Do not use the cream if the tube is damaged or if the cream has changed colour, consistency, or appears contaminated.
  • Do Not Share Your Medicine: Use Halovate F Cream only as prescribed and do not share it with others, even if they have similar skin symptoms.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Halovate F Cream may interact with certain medicines or topical products. Inform your doctor if you are using any of the following:

  • Other topical medications: Applying other steroid creams, ointments, or peeling agents to the same area may increase skin irritation or lead to excessive absorption of the steroid into your system.
  • Oral corticosteroids (steroid tablets): Taking steroid tablets while using this strong topical steroid may increase the risk of side effects affecting the whole body, including adrenal gland suppression, a condition in which the body's stress-response system is affected and may cause fatigue or hormonal changes.
  • Tacrolimus or other immunosuppressant creams: Using these medicines on the same area as Halovate F Cream may increase the risk of skin irritation or other side effects. Tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter skin products you are using.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Halovate F Cream when used as directed. 

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS]

FAQs

Halovate F Cream is used to treat bacterial skin infections, such as eczema and dermatitis.
Halovate F Cream consists of Halobetasol and Fusidic acid. Halobetasol, a corticosteroid, works by blocking prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers), making the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Fusidic acid is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from synthesising essential proteins to carry out vital functions.
Halovate F Cream is not meant for the treatment of fungal or viral infections. Avoid its use in the treatment of fungal infections like ringworm or athlete's foot and viral infections, such as herpes or chickenpox, and acne or rosacea.
You are recommended to avoid using Halovate F Cream on the face, armpit, or groin area. Please consult a doctor before using Halovate F Cream.
Halovate F Cream is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as large amounts of Halovate F Cream may be absorbed through the skin easily in children and cause adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before using Halovate F Cream in children.
Halobetasol in Halovate F Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy since it may harm the foetus. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Halovate F Cream.
Halovate F Cream, when used for longer periods, can cause weight gain, high blood pressure and rounding of the face. Applying Halovate F Cream can cause a change in the colour of skin at the application site. Veins beneath the skin may become visible due to the thinning and weakening of the skin. Prolonged usage of Halovate F Cream may also cause increased hair growth. Please stop using Halovate F Cream and immediately consult your doctor if you notice these side effects.
Halovate F Cream consists of Halobetasol, which can cause a rise in blood sugar levels by suppressing insulin secretion. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have diabetes before using Halovate F Cream and regularly monitor blood sugar levels while using Halovate F Cream.
Halovate F Cream may cause common side effects such as itching, dryness, redness, and a burning sensation at the application site. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, Halovate F Cream is not an antifungal medication. It contains a corticosteroid and an antibiotic, which are not effective for treating fungal infections. For a groin fungal infection, an antifungal medication would be more suitable. Consult your doctor to get the proper treatment.
Halovate F Cream should not be used to treat acne. It contains halobetasol, a corticosteroid that can make acne worse, and fusidic acid, an antibiotic that may not be effective for acne. Please consult your doctor for a treatment plan specifically for acne.
Do not cover, bandage, or wrap the treated skin unless your doctor specifically instructs you to do so. Using an airtight dressing or tightly wrapped bandage can significantly increase how much medicine your skin absorbs, raising the risk of side effects affecting the whole body. Talk to your doctor for advice on your specific wound care.
The safety of Halovate F Cream during pregnancy has not been fully established. It should only be used if the potential benefits outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Skin thinning is a serious side effect associated with strong topical steroids. If you notice your skin becoming unusually thin, fragile, or bruised, stop using the medication and consult your healthcare provider immediately. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist to evaluate your skin.
No, Halovate F Cream is not effective against fungal infections. It contains an antibiotic meant specifically for bacterial infections and a steroid that can actually make fungal infections worse by lowering your skin's local defense. Talk to your doctor to get the correct diagnosis and treatment.
While moderate alcohol consumption is unlikely to directly interact with topical applications of Halovate F Cream, alcohol can cause dehydration and inflammation, which may slow down your skin's natural healing process. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns about alcohol use during treatment.
If Halovate F Cream gets into your eyes, rinse them immediately with plenty of cool, clean water. Keep rinsing for several minutes. If you experience persistent burning, pain, redness, or changes in your vision, seek medical help right away. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026
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