HOE Beprosalic Ointment

HOE Beprosalic Ointment contains Betamethasone dipropionate (equivalent to betamethasone 0.05% w/w) and is presented as an ointment. It is supplied in a pack size of 15g.

It is classified as a non-prescription medicine, so no prescription is needed to order it. Under Malaysian rules for medicine information, this page carries product, safety and handling information only.

You can consult a doctor or pharmacist online on DoctorOnCall about this product before or after you order. Every order is checked by a registered pharmacist before it is delivered. Always read the label and the leaflet supplied with the pack.

HOE Beprosalic Ointment should only be used according to the areas, amount, and duration prescribed by your doctor following an online consultation with DoctorOnCall. A thin layer of ointment is usually applied to the affected skin 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 ointment should not be applied under occlusive dressings, bandages, or nappies 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 Ointment 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 thin film 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 Ointment 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 tube or carton before use, and do not use the ointment if the date has passed.

Store HOE Beprosalic Ointment at room temperature, below 30 degrees Celsius, away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep the tube 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 ointment
• 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 clothing, or nappies 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 thin layer of HOE Beprosalic Ointment to the affected skin, 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 Ointment is intended for short-term use on well-defined areas of thickened, scaly, steroid-responsive skin conditions and is not meant for long-term continuous use due to the potency of betamethasone dipropionate. 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. Regular review with a doctor helps ensure the treatment remains appropriate as the skin condition improves.