Halobetasol Cream and Zemplar Injection

• 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: paricalcitol
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Zemplar

Paricalcitol is a synthetic (man-made) form of vitamin D. Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.

Paricalcitol is used to help maintain healthy levels of parathyroid hormone in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.

Paricalcitol oral is for use in adults and children at least 10 years old.

Paricalcitol injection is for use in adults and children at least 5 years old.

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