Ultravate

Designed to relieve severe skin inflammation and utilized to support skin healing.

Strengths: 30g

Medicine details

Therapeutic class

Corticosteroid

Pharmacological class

Corticosteroid

Contraindications

viral skin infections; rosacea; acne

Precautions and warnings

apply sparingly; avoid prolonged use

Minor side effects

stinging; dryness

Moderate side effects

skin thinning; striae

Serious side effects

adrenal suppression — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Cream; Ointment

Administration route

Cutaneous use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Bausch Health

Onset Time

not applicable

Duration

not applicable

Storage instructions

Store in a cool place below 25°C.

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children under 12.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.

Patient summary

Designed to relieve severe skin inflammation and utilized to support skin healing.

Mechanism of action

Ultravate delivers a highly potent corticosteroid that suppresses localized inflammatory responses and inhibits cell proliferation in hyperplastic skin conditions.

Ultravate

Designed to relieve severe skin inflammation and utilized to support skin healing.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Halobetasol
  • Listed indication(s): Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis