Luxiq
® (
betamethasone valerate foam) is a prescription skin medication. It belongs to a group of drugs known as topical steroids. Luxiq is approved to treat various conditions of the scalp, such as
scalp psoriasis or seborrhea.
Luxiq is made by Stiefel Laboratories, Inc.
Luxiq is part of a group of medications known as glucocorticoids. Glucocorticoids are a type of corticosteroid, or "steroid" for short. Although glucocorticoids have numerous effects in the body, they are used mostly for their anti-inflammatory or immune-suppressing properties. Luxiq works for most conditions by decreasing inflammation or suppressing an overactive immune system.
When and How to Use Luxiq
Some general considerations to keep in mind during treatment with Luxiq include the following:
- This medication is usually used twice a day.
- Turn the canister upside down and dispense into the cap, onto a saucer (or other cool surface), or directly to the affected areas of the scalp. Dispensing it into a hand is not recommended (unless you are treating your hands), since it begins to melt immediately upon contact with warm skin.
- Gently massage the foam into the affected area, then wash your hands immediately. Allow the scalp to dry naturally.
- Do not wash or rinse the scalp immediately after applying Luxiq.
- For Luxiq to work properly, it must be used as prescribed.
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