Lexette
Generic name:halobetasol topical [ HAL-oh-BAY-ta-sol ]
Brand names: Bryhali, Lexette, Ultravate, Ultravate X Ointment
Drug class:Topical steroids
What is Lexette?
Halobetasol is a highly potent steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body.
Lexette (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by plaque psoriasis or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.
Lexette may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use halobetasol if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
any type of skin infection;
a skin reaction to any steroid medicine;
an adrenal gland disorder;
liver disease; or
if you plan to have surgery.
Steroid medicines can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes.
It is not known whether Lexette will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply halobetasol to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
Lexette is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old. Some brands or forms of this medicine are for use only in adults 18 and over.
Children can absorb larger amounts of this medicine through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.
How should I use Lexette?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Do not use on open wounds or on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth.
Wash your hands before and after using halobetasol, unless you are using this medicine to treat the skin on your hands.
Shake the foam before each use.
Apply a thin layer of halobetasol topical to the affected skin and rub it in gently. Do not apply this medicine over a large area of skin unless your doctor has told you to.
