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Written By Divya L , PharmaD
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:11 PM IST

About Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm belongs to a class of drugs called 'corticosteroids' primarily used to treat skin conditions like itching, redness, irritation and inflammation caused due to plaque psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis, eczema, or any other inflammatory skin conditions. The skin's swelling occurs when an allergic reaction or skin irritation releases several substances in the skin that widens blood vessels and cause itching, redness, pain, and swelling in the irritated area.

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm contains Halobetasol propionate that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such chemicals are released normally. By blocking the release of these chemical messengers, Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm provides relief from itching, redness, and swelling.

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is for external use only. Some people may experience dryness of skin, itching, pain, stretch marks, headache, burning, or stinging sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm. Avoid using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm on open wounds, windburned, sunburned, irritated, or dry skin. Do not cover or wrap the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Uses of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm

Psoriasis, Dermatitis, and Eczema.

Medicinal Benefits

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is a steroid that helps reduce swelling, itching redness, and irritation caused due to plaque psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin), eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen, or rough skin) or other inflammatory skin conditions. Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm acts inside the skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.

Directions for Use

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is only for external use. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and mouth as it may cause irritation. In case if it comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.Cream/Ointment: Wash your hands before and after applying. Take a small amount of the medicine on a fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area of the skin, as advised by your doctor. Foam: Shake well before each application and invert the can before each dispense. Apply it as a thin and uniform film to the affected areas of the skin. Rub in gently. Wash hands before and after application.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm

  • Dryness of skin
  • Itching
  • Stretch marks
  • Headache
  • Burning or stinging sensation at the site of application

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm on open wounds, windburned, sunburned, irritated, or dry skin. Do not cover or wrap the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor, as it may cause harmful effects. Do not swallow Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm. In case of accidental swallowing, consult a doctor immediately. If you are using Halobetasol foam, keep the foam canister away from high heat or open flame, as the container may explode if it is too hot. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm. The safety and effectiveness of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm in patients younger than 12 years of age have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Keep your doctor informed of all the medicines you use, including topical products, before starting Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, liver disease, adrenal gland disorder, or any skin infection, inform your doctor before using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid) such as apples, cherry, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.
  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps in developing the immune system against allergies.
  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Avoid consumption of foods with excess sugar as it may flare-up inflammation.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.
  • Reducing stress and maintaining a regular sleep pattern would be helpful.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm as it may increase blood sugar levels.
  • Avoid using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm for more than 2 weeks without the doctor's advice as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Disease/Condition Glossary

The skin's swelling occurs when an allergic reaction or skin irritation releases several substances in the skin that widens blood vessels and cause itching, redness, pain, and swelling in the irritated area.

Plaque psoriasis: It is an autoimmune skin condition and is the most common form of psoriasis in which skin cells multiply faster than normal, resulting in white scales and itchy, red dry patches.

Dermatitis: It is a common skin condition associated with dry, itchy, or swollen skin.

Eczema: It is a skin condition that causes itchy, cracked, swollen, or rough skin.

About Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm belongs to a class of drugs called 'corticosteroids' primarily used to treat skin conditions like itching, redness, irritation and inflammation caused due to plaque psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis, eczema, or any other inflammatory skin conditions. The skin's swelling occurs when an allergic reaction or skin irritation releases several substances in the skin that widens blood vessels and cause itching, redness, pain, and swelling in the irritated area.

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm contains Halobetasol propionate that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such chemicals are released normally. By blocking the release of these chemical messengers, Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm provides relief from itching, redness, and swelling.

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is for external use only. Some people may experience dryness of skin, itching, pain, stretch marks, headache, burning, or stinging sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm. Avoid using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm on open wounds, windburned, sunburned, irritated, or dry skin. Do not cover or wrap the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

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Uses of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm

Psoriasis, Dermatitis, and Eczema.

Medicinal Benefits

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is a steroid that helps reduce swelling, itching redness, and irritation caused due to plaque psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin), eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen, or rough skin) or other inflammatory skin conditions. Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm acts inside the skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.

Side Effects of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm

  • Dryness of skin
  • Itching
  • Stretch marks
  • Headache
  • Burning or stinging sensation at the site of application

Directions for Use

Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm is only for external use. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and mouth as it may cause irritation. In case if it comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.Cream/Ointment: Wash your hands before and after applying. Take a small amount of the medicine on a fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area of the skin, as advised by your doctor. Foam: Shake well before each application and invert the can before each dispense. Apply it as a thin and uniform film to the affected areas of the skin. Rub in gently. Wash hands before and after application.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm on open wounds, windburned, sunburned, irritated, or dry skin. Do not cover or wrap the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor, as it may cause harmful effects. Do not swallow Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm. In case of accidental swallowing, consult a doctor immediately. If you are using Halobetasol foam, keep the foam canister away from high heat or open flame, as the container may explode if it is too hot. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm. The safety and effectiveness of Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm in patients younger than 12 years of age have not been established.

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid) such as apples, cherry, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.
  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps in developing the immune system against allergies.
  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Avoid consumption of foods with excess sugar as it may flare-up inflammation.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.
  • Reducing stress and maintaining a regular sleep pattern would be helpful.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm as it may increase blood sugar levels.
  • Avoid using Helact 0.05% Cream 30 gm for more than 2 weeks without the doctor's advice as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Disease/Condition Glossary

The skin's swelling occurs when an allergic reaction or skin irritation releases several substances in the skin that widens blood vessels and cause itching, redness, pain, and swelling in the irritated area.

Plaque psoriasis: It is an autoimmune skin condition and is the most common form of psoriasis in which skin cells multiply faster than normal, resulting in white scales and itchy, red dry patches.

Dermatitis: It is a common skin condition associated with dry, itchy, or swollen skin.

Eczema: It is a skin condition that causes itchy, cracked, swollen, or rough skin.

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