Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid
About
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid belongs to the ‘dermatological agents’ class primarily used to treat skin diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. Eczema is a condition in which skin becomes red, itchy, and inflamed due to external agents such as soaps, dyes, or other irritants. Psoriasis is an autoimmune (immune system attacks healthy cells) skin disorder in which the skin becomes scaly, swelled up, and itchy.
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Mometasone furoate and Salicylic acid. Mometasone furoate blocks prostaglandin production (chemical messengers) that cause inflammatory symptoms such as red, swollen, and itchy rashes. Salicylic acid breaks down the clumps of keratin (protein present on the skin), removes dead skin cells, and softens the skin. It enhances the absorption of Mometasone furoate. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory and topical antibacterial agent.
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid is available for topical use (for skin). You should use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid may cause common side effects like itching, dryness, redness, irritation, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects usually do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if you notice any other symptoms or the side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Do not use Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use the medicine in and around the eyes, including the eyelids. Do not smoke or go near flames as there is a risk of serious burns with the salicylic acid present in Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid. Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid should be used in children only if advised by the doctor. however, it should be avoided in newborns as it may cause dizziness or hearing disturbances.
Uses of Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid
Medicinal Benefits
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Mometasone furoate and Salicylic acid. Mometasone furoate belongs to the corticosteroid class and has anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and antiproliferative (inhibit cell growth) properties. It blocks prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers that cause the skin to become red, swollen, and itchy). Salicylic acid enhances the absorption of Mometasone furoate. It is a keratolytic medicine (softens, separates, and peels the skin layer), which breaks down the clumps of keratin, removes dead skin cells, and softens the skin. It is also an anti-inflammatory and topical antibacterial agent.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid
- Itching
- Dry skin
- Redness
- Skin irritation
- Burning sensation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you notice any persistent skin irritation or worsening skin disease, inform your doctor immediately. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have pustular psoriasis (characterised by scaly, pus-filled bumps), rosacea (a skin condition affecting the face), acne, skin atrophy (thinning of the skin), dermatitis around the mouth, itching around the genitals, diaper rash, bacterial infections such as impetigo, tuberculosis (infection of the lung), and syphilis (a sexually transmitted disease).
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interactions: Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid may interact with medications used to treat HIV (e.g. nelfinavir, ritonavir, atazanavir), a medication used to treat diabetes insipidus (e.g. desmopressin), antibiotic (e.g. clarithromycin), and antifungals (e.g. ketoconazole).
Drug-food interactions: No food interactions found.
Drug-disease interactions: Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels), cataract or glaucoma, thyroid and pituitary diseases, heart, kidney, or liver problems.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAlcohol may cause side effects and worsen your health condition. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption.
Pregnancy
cautionConsult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor before starting Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
safe if prescribedMometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid may not affect your ability to drive.
Liver
cautionMometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
cautionMometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
cautionMometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid should be used in children only if clinically needed. However, it is not recommended for use in newborns or children below one year of age.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
- Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent infections.
- Do not scratch the affected area of the skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes, or socks with others.
- Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
- Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
Special Advise
- Do not scratch or peel over the affected skin, as it may spread the infection to other areas.
- Do not apply a bandage over the affected area unless your doctor suggests.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Eczema: Eczema is an inflammatory condition characterised by red and itchy rashes. The most common cause of eczema is allergies. Contact with soaps, dyes, chemicals, or other irritants may trigger rashes. Avoiding the triggers helps to prevent flare-ups of eczema.
Psoriasis: Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disease characterised by red, itchy, and scaly rashes. It occurs when skin cells grow and build up rapidly, resulting in scaly rashes. It is a chronic disease and doesn’t have a permanent cure. So, to avoid flare-ups of the disease, avoid triggers such as stress and cold.
FAQs
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Mometasone furoate and Salicylic acid. Mometasone furoate is a corticosteroid that reduces skin inflammation and its symptoms. Salicylic acid enhances Mometasone furoate's activity and helps remove dead cells, and softens the skin.
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid is for topical use only. It should not be applied to the face for more than five days. Do not apply it to larger areas of the skin. Do not cover the treated area with a bandage or plaster, especially the face, without checking with your doctor. Do not use the medicine in and around your eyes. Rinse with water thoroughly if the medicine accidentally gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or genitals.
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid may raise blood glucose levels by suppressing insulin (a hormone essential for glucose utilization) secretion, so patients with diabetes should consult a doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid.
Mometasone Furoate+salicylic Acid might improve your symptoms within the first two weeks of your treatment. However, if there is no improvement in your condition, consult your doctor.
