DUOBRII Topical By BAUSCH HEALTH US LLC
Generic Name: Halobetasol/Tazarotene
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DUOBRII-Topical
This medication is a combination product used to treat a certain skin condition (psoriasis). It contains 2 ingredients: halobetasol and tazarotene. Halobetasol is a very strong (super-high potency) corticosteroid. It helps reduce the itching, redness, scaling, and swelling that can occur with this condition. Tazarotene is a retinoid product (related to vitamin A) that works by affecting the growth of skin cells.
Irritation, burning, stinging, itching, dryness, peeling, redness, or pain at the application site may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Your doctor may tell you to temporarily stop using this medication, or to use it less often. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: stretch marks, skin thinning/discoloration, acne, excessive hair growth, hair bumps (folliculitis). Skin infections can become worse when using this medication. Tell your doctor promptly if redness, swelling or irritation does not get better. Rarely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed from the skin into the bloodstream. This can lead to side effects of too much corticosteroid. These side effects are more likely in children, and in people who use this medication for a long time or over large areas of the skin. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following side effects occur: unusual/extreme tiredness, weight loss, headache, swelling ankles/feet, increased thirst/urination, vision problems. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
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