Mometasone Furoate
About
Mometasone Furoate belongs to the class of medicines called ‘corticosteroids’ used to reduce inflammation (swelling), itchiness and redness caused by certain skin problems called dermatitis or psoriasis. Dermatitis is a common skin condition associated with dry, itchy, or swollen skin. Psoriasis is a condition in which skin cells multiply faster than normal, resulting in white scales and itchy, dry patches.
Mometasone Furoate contains Mometasone furoate, a potent corticosteroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain inflammatory substances in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such substances are released normally.
Use Mometasone Furoate as prescribed. You are advised to use Mometasone Furoate for as long as your doctor has recommended it based on your condition. Mometasone Furoate is for external use only. Avoid contact of Mometasone Furoate with nose, mouth, or eyes. In case Mometasone Furoate comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Some people may experience inflamed hair follicles, acne, thinning of the skin, itching, stinging, tingling or burning sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Mometasone furoate or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate. Mometasone Furoate is not recommended for children for long-term use as it may lead to slow growth. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice vision changes after using Mometasone Furoate. Stop using Mometasone Furoate and contact your doctor if your skin becomes sensitive or irritated. Do not cover or wrap the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Avoid using Mometasone Furoate for more than five days in children and on the face. Avoid using Mometasone Furoate in or around the eyes, including eyelids. Do not use Mometasone Furoate on large areas of the body or for longer.
Uses of Mometasone Furoate
Medicinal Benefits
Mometasone Furoate contains Mometasone furoate, a potent corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation (swelling), itching and redness caused by certain skin problems called dermatitis or psoriasis. It acts inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain inflammatory substances in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such substances are released normally.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Mometasone Furoate
- Inflamed hair follicles
- Acne
- Thinning of the skin
- Itching
- Stinging, tingling or burning sensation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Mometasone furoate or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate. Mometasone Furoate is not recommended for children for long-term use as it may lead to slow growth. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice vision changes after using Mometasone Furoate. Stop using Mometasone Furoate and contact your doctor if your skin becomes sensitive or irritated. If you use Mometasone Furoate for psoriasis, your doctor may review the progress regularly. If your condition reoccurs shortly after stopping treatment with Mometasone Furoate, within two weeks, do not restart using Mometasone Furoate without consulting your doctor. Do not cover or wrap the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Avoid using Mometasone Furoate for more than five days in children and on the face. Avoid using Mometasone Furoate in or around the eyes, including eyelids. Do not use Mometasone Furoate on large areas of the body or for longer.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are using or have recently used any other medicines.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interaction found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), acne, skin atrophy (thinning of the skin), perioral dermatitis (redness and swelling of the skin around the mouth), cold sores, genital itching, chickenpox, shingles, warts, wounds, ulcerated skin, please inform your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorThe interaction of Mometasone Furoate with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorLimited data is available on the effect of Mometasone Furoate in pregnancy. Hence, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorLimited data is available on the effect of Mometasone Furoate in breastfeeding. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
safe if prescribedMometasone Furoate usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
consult your doctorIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Mometasone Furoate in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
consult your doctorIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Mometasone Furoate in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
cautionMometasone Furoate is not recommended for children below two years of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach and blueberries.
- Consuming food rich in probiotics helps in developing the immune system against allergies.
- Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
- Avoid the consumption of foods with excess sugar, as it may flare up inflammation.
- Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.
- Reducing stress and maintaining a regular sleep pattern would be helpful.
- Avoiding getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
The swelling of the skin occurs when an allergic reaction or skin irritation releases several substances in the skin that widens blood vessels and cause itching, redness, pain, and swelling in the irritated area.
Dermatitis is a common skin condition associated with itchy, red or swollen skin. It occurs when the skin reacts to outside agents such as detergents.
Psoriasis is a condition in which skin cells multiply faster than normal, resulting in white scales and itchy, dry patches. It affects the knees, elbows, scalp and other body parts.
FAQs
Mometasone Furoate contains Mometasone furoate, a potent corticosteroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibiting the release of certain inflammatory substances in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Such substances are released normally when the skin reacts to any allergens.
No, Mometasone Furoate is not used to treat diaper rash as it makes mometasone furoate pass through the skin easily and cause unwanted effects. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Mometasone Furoate for children.
You are recommended to use Mometasone Furoate on the face only if advised by your doctor and not use it for more than five days on the face as the skin on the face thins easily. Avoid the use of plaster or bandages on the treated areas of the face.
