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Halobetasol Cream

Nardin Awad, Charles V. Preuss  1
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Halobetasol Cream

Nardin Awad et al.
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Excerpt

Halobetasol cream is a medication used in the management and treatment of psoriasis. It is in the topical corticosteroid class of drugs. This activity outlines the indications, action, and contraindications for halobetasol as a valuable agent in managing psoriasis (and other disorders when applicable). This activity will highlight the mechanism of action, adverse event profile, and other key factors pertinent to interprofessional team members in the care of patients with psoriasis and related conditions.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Nardin Awad declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Charles Preuss declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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