Halometasone

Halometasone is a type of corticosteroid used in the treatment of various skin disorders. It is a potent glucocorticoid with minimal mineralocorticoid action.

Pharmacology

Halometasone is a synthetic glucocorticoid that has anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic, and vasoconstrictive properties. It is thought to act by inducing phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins, which control the biosynthesis of potent mediators of inflammation such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes.

Medical uses

Halometasone is used for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. These may include psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis.

Side effects

Possible side effects of halometasone include skin irritation, burning, redness, and dryness. More serious side effects may include skin thinning, stretch marks, and skin infections.

See also

• List of corticosteroids
• List of glucocorticoids

References

Halometasone Resources
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