HOE Beprosalic Lotion

HOE Beprosalic Lotion is a combination topical medicine containing betamethasone dipropionate, a potent corticosteroid, and salicylic acid, a keratolytic agent that softens and helps remove thickened, scaly skin. It is used to treat corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions associated with scaling, such as psoriasis and lichen simplex chronicus, particularly on the scalp, hairy areas, or larger body surfaces where a lighter, less greasy lotion formulation spreads more easily and is more comfortable than an ointment. The salicylic acid loosens the outer scaly layer of the skin, allowing the betamethasone to penetrate more effectively and reduce the underlying inflammation, redness, and itching.

HOE Beprosalic Lotion is a prescription-only medicine in Malaysia. It is only supplied after an online consultation with a doctor through DoctorOnCall, who will assess the affected skin condition and medical history before issuing a prescription. Because potent topical corticosteroids can cause skin thinning and other side effects with prolonged or inappropriate use, it should only be applied to the areas, in the amount, and for the duration advised by your doctor, with follow-up as needed.

Betamethasone dipropionate is a potent synthetic corticosteroid that reduces inflammation by suppressing the release of inflammatory chemical mediators in the skin, decreasing redness, swelling, and itching. Salicylic acid acts as a keratolytic, breaking down the intercellular cement that holds thickened, scaly skin cells together so the scales soften and shed more easily. In a lotion base, the combination spreads easily over larger or hairy areas such as the scalp, helping deliver both active ingredients evenly to improve treatment of scaly, steroid-responsive dermatoses.

HOE Beprosalic Lotion should only be used according to the areas, amount, and duration prescribed by your doctor following an online consultation with DoctorOnCall. A small amount of lotion is usually applied to the affected skin or scalp and gently rubbed in once or twice daily, unless otherwise directed. Hands should be washed before and after application unless the hands themselves are being treated, and the lotion should not be applied under occlusive dressings unless specifically instructed by your doctor, as this increases absorption and the risk of side effects.

The amount and frequency of application of HOE Beprosalic Lotion is determined individually by your prescribing doctor based on the type, severity, and location of the skin condition being treated, and typically involves applying a small amount to the affected area once or twice a day. Treatment is usually limited to a short course of a few weeks, and the total body surface area treated at any one time should be limited as advised by your doctor. Always follow the exact instructions given on your prescription rather than any general guidance, and do not use more often or for longer than directed.

HOE Beprosalic Lotion is generally stable for up to 36 months from the date of manufacture when stored correctly and unopened. Always check the expiry date printed on the bottle or carton before use, and do not use the lotion if the date has passed.

Store HOE Beprosalic Lotion at room temperature, below 30 degrees Celsius, away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use, and keep out of reach of children and pets.

• Known hypersensitivity to betamethasone dipropionate, salicylic acid, or any ingredient in the lotion
• Viral skin infections such as herpes simplex, chickenpox, or shingles
• Untreated bacterial or fungal skin infections
• Acne vulgaris, rosacea, or perioral dermatitis
• Not for use on the face, groin, or underarms for prolonged periods without specific medical advice
• Not recommended for use on broken or widely damaged skin, or in infants, without specialist guidance

• Avoid applying other topical corticosteroid or keratolytic products to the same area at the same time unless advised by your doctor
• Occlusive dressings, tight headwear, or clothing over the treated area can significantly increase drug absorption and side effects
• Use on large body surface areas or for prolonged periods may increase the risk of systemic effects, especially in children
• Inform your doctor of all other topical or oral medicines you are using on or near the treated skin

• Apply only a small amount of HOE Beprosalic Lotion to the affected skin or scalp, not the surrounding healthy skin
• Do not use for longer than the duration prescribed by your doctor
• Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings unless instructed
• Wash your hands after applying, unless the hands are the area being treated
• Tell your doctor promptly if the skin condition worsens or does not improve

HOE Beprosalic Lotion is intended for short-term use on well-defined areas of thickened, scaly, steroid-responsive skin conditions, including the scalp, and is not meant for long-term continuous use due to the potency of betamethasone dipropionate. Its lighter lotion base makes it convenient for hairy or larger areas where an ointment may be less practical. Patients should avoid exposing treated skin to excessive sunlight and should follow their doctor’s instructions on treatment duration closely, as prolonged use of potent topical steroids can lead to skin thinning and other local or systemic side effects.