Halobetasol Cream and Pravastatin

• Generic Name: halobetasol topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Bryhali, Ultravate, Ultravate X Cream, Ultravate X Ointment, Lexette

Halobetasol is a highly potent steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body.

Halobetasol topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by plaque psoriasis or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.

Halobetasol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: pravastatin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Pravachol

Pravastatin is in a group of drugs called HMG CoA reductase inhibitors, or "statins."

Pravastatin is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Pravastatin is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with or without coronary heart disease or other risk factors.

Pravastatin is used in adults and children who are at least 8 years old.