Habiccor Ointment belongs to a group of medicine called steroids. It is used for the treatment of allergic disorders and inflammatory skin conditions. It provides relief from swelling, redness, and itching in the affected area. Habiccor Ointment is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine evenly on the affected skin. Use it regularly to get the maximum from it. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water in case of accidental contact. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor. This medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These side effects are temporary and usually go away with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine. It is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

If you miss a dose of Habiccor Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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• Q. Q. What is Habiccor Ointment used for??
  Ans: Habiccor Ointment is used on the skin to relieve inflammatory and itchy skin diseases. It also helps in reducing redness, scaling and swelling associated with these conditions. Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor.
• Q. Q. How to use Habiccor Ointment??
  Ans: It should be rubbed gently on the affected skin twice daily for a maximum of about 2 weeks. In case, you do not find any considerable improvement within 2 weeks, consult your doctor for reevaluation.
• Q. Q. What should I do if I forget to use Habiccor Ointment??
  Ans: If you forget to use Habiccor Ointment, do not worry and continue using Habiccor Ointment as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
• Q. Q. Can you use Habiccor Ointment on broken skin??
  Ans: No, Habiccor Ointment should not be applied on broken skin. It is a steroid, which means that it works by suppressing the immune system. It may cause varied side effects which can slow the healing process. Moreover, steroids are also known to cause skin atrophy which might worsen the associated condition.
• Q. Q. Does Habiccor Ointment cause local irritation or skin reactions??
  Ans: Yes, Habiccor Ointment may cause local skin reactions like burning, itching, irritation, dryness and hypopigmentation in sensitive individuals, although it is rare. Therefore, it is important to inform your doctor if you have any history of allergy or reaction before you start therapy with this medicine. In some cases, the reason for reactions could be the ingredients that are included in the drug. In case of any reaction, stop the medication immediately and inform the doctor.
• Q. Q. Are Ulobetasol and Habiccor Ointment the same??
  Ans: Yes, these two are the same medicine. Ulobetasol is an alternate chemical name for Habiccor Ointment. They both are steroids that can be applied topically.
• Q. Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Habiccor Ointment??
  Ans: Be careful not to get Habiccor Ointment into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Habiccor Ointment if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Habiccor Ointment with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Habiccor Ointment only if prescribed by the doctor.

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