[(6S,9R,16S,17R)-17-(2-chloroacetyl)-6,9-difluoro-11-hydroxy-10,13,16-trimethyl-3-oxo-6,7,8,11,12,14,15,16-octahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl] propanoate

DescriptionHalobetasol propionate is a new ultra-potent topical corticosteroid exhibiting both antiinflammatory and antihyperplasia properties. The compound is recommended for the treatment of moderate to severe corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses and appears to be particularly effective in patients with plaque psoriasis. It inhibits dermatitis induced by ultraviolet light in guinea pigs (ED50 = 1.45 μg/animal) and by oxazolone in mice (ED50 = 0.8 μg/animal). Halobetasol propionate also has anti-inflammatory effects on croton oil-induced ear edema in rats (ED50s = 10 μg/ml and 0.5 μg/ear) and mice (ED50s = 1.2 and <0.32 μg/ear after 6 and 24 hours of treatment, respectively). Topical formulations containing halobetasol propionate have been used for inflammatory and pruritic dermatitis.

UsesHalobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). As an anti-inflammatory drug, halobetasol topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by certain skin conditions. It is also used to treat plaque psoriasis.This medicine is available only with doctor's prescription.