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Halcinonide

Halcinonide Side Effects

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCPAllison Gourley, PharmD
Reviewed by Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP, Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on October 21, 2024

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Burning
  • Itching
  • Irritation
  • Dryness

Less Common Side Effects

  • Inflamed hair follicles
  • Excess hair growth
  • Acne or pustules
  • Lighter skin color
  • Skin inflammation around the mouth
  • Eczema (allergic irritation)
  • Infection
  • Skin thinning
  • Stretch marks
  • Heat rash

Source: DailyMed

The following Halcinonide side effects have also been reported

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Burning, itching, crusting, or peeling of treated skin
  • Fragile or thinning skin that bruises easily
  • Skin infection—skin redness, swelling, warmth, or pain
  • Small, red, pus-filled bumps on skin around hair follicles

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

  • Mild skin irritation, redness, or dryness
  • Unexpected hair growth at application site
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