ELOCON OINT

Overview

ELOCON OINT is a Schedule H drug.

ELOCON OINT is composed of: MOMETASONE FUROATE (0.1 %W/V)

Mometasone is a topical steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Mometasone topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.

Usage

MOMETASONE FUROATE is generally used to treat: Eczema, Psoriasis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for ELOCON OINT and its Constituents


Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Wash your hands before and after using mometasone topical, unless you are using the medicine on your hands. Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin. Do not apply mometasone topical over a large area of skin.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MOMETASONE FUROATE over-dosage can result in: Easy Bruising

Common Side-Effects

MOMETASONE FUROATE : Body Itching

Rare Side-Effects

MOMETASONE FUROATE : Folliculitis, Skin Rash, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Loss (unintentional), Head Headache, Ankles Swelling, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

MOMETASONE FUROATE can interfere with: Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Diabetes Mellitus, Diaper Rash, Cushing’s Syndrome, Acute Liver Failure, Bacterial Infection, Viral Inection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Cataract, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

MOMETASONE FUROATE is categorized as: TOPICAL STEROIDS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ELOCON OINT

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ELOCON OINTINR 179 for 1 PACKMOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/V

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ELOSONE TF CREAMTERBINAFINE HYDROCHLORIDE 1 %W/W, MOMETASONE FUROATE 1 %W/W
ETHIMOM CRMINR 150 for 30 GM CREAMMOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/W
HH ZOLE CRMINR 153 for 10 GM CREAMCLOTRIMAZOLE 1 %W/W, MOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/W
LOMELA CRMINR 110 for 18 GM CREAMMOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/W, TRETINOIN 0.025 %W/W, HYDROQUINONE 0.2 %W/W
META SPRAYINR 207 for 100 MD SPRAYMOMETASONE FUROATE 50 MCG
METATOP N-SPRAYINR 224 for 12 ML NASAL SPRAYMOMETASONE FUROATE 50 MCG
MOMATE CRMINR 144 for 15 GM CREAMMOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/W
MOMATE F CRMINR 132 for 5 GM CREAMFUSIDIC ACID 2 %W/W, MOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/W
MOMEFLO N-INHINR 169.44 for 10 ML SPRAYMOMETASONE FUROATE 50 MCG
MOMETASONE FUROATEMOMETASONE FUROATE
MOMOZ-F OINTINR 115 for 10 GM CREAMFUSIDIC ACID 2 %W/W, MOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/W
MOMOZ-T CRMINR 96.5 for 10 GM CREAMTERBINAFINE HYDROCHLORIDE 1 %W/W, MOMETASONE FUROATE 0.1 %W/W
NASONEX NASAL SPRAYINR 397.75 for 140 MDIMOMETASONE FUROATE 50 MCG
RHINE M NASAL SPRAYINR 186 for 1 PACKMOMETASONE FUROATE 0.05 %W/W