Drug Interactions With Halobetasol

If you are using corticorelin or aldesleukin, tell your healthcare provider before starting treatment with halobetasol. Combining these drugs can lead to interactions, as halobetasol can decrease the effectiveness of these other medicines. To avoid complications, your healthcare provider may recommend not using these drugs together.

Halobetasol Propionate Drug Information

An Overview of Halobetasol Interactions

Halobetasol propionate (Ultravate^®) is generally unlikely to react with other medications. However, there are a few potential drug interactions that may occur. Some of the products that can interfere with halobetasol include but are not limited to:

Aldesleukin (Proleukin^®)
Corticorelin (Acthrel^®).

More Detail on Drug Interactions With Halobetasol

The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when halobetasol is combined with any of the drugs listed above.

Aldesleukin

Corticosteroids, including halobetasol, can make aldesleukin (a chemotherapy medication) less effective. In general, these medications should not be used together.

Corticorelin

Corticosteroids, including halobetasol, can make corticorelin less effective. Corticorelin is used as a diagnostic agent in tests for Cushing's syndrome or other similar problems. If you are being tested for Cushing's disease, make sure your healthcare provider knows you have been using halobetasol.

Final Thoughts

It is possible that not all halobetasol drug interactions were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your pharmacist or healthcare provider about the specific interactions that may apply to you.