Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride
About
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is a dermatological medication primarily used to treat fungal skin infections. It is used to treat various skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, dermatitis, and tinea versicolor (lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs). Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin.
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is a combination of two drugs, namely: Mometasone furoate (corticosteroid) and Terbinafine hydrochloride (antifungal). Mometasone furoate blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Terbinafine hydrochloride works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane (a compound present in the fungi to maintain the cell integrity) and resulting in fungal cell death.
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is for topical (for skin) use only. Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride may cause common side effects like skin peeling, itching, irritation, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects usually do not require medical attention and fade away with time. However, if any of the side effects persist or worsen, please consult a doctor.
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents in Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride. If you are using any other prescription, non-prescription drugs, herbal, and vitamin supplements, please inform your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride. Do not use Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride on sensitive areas like nostrils, ears, lips, or genitals. Avoid dressing the infected areas after applying Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride unless the doctor advised you to do so. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride. Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is not approved for use in children below 12 years of age.
Uses of Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride
Medicinal Benefits
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is used to treat fungal skin infections, such as eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, dermatitis, and tinea versicolor. Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride contains Mometasone furoate and Terbinafine hydrochloride. Mometasone furoate is a corticosteroid and blocks prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. It effectively treats inflammation and itchiness caused by eczema and psoriasis. Terbinafine hydrochloride is an antifungal drug that treats fungal infections by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol in the fungal cell membrane (a compound present in the fungi to maintain cell integrity) and thus resulting in fungal cell death.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride
- Skin peeling
- Itching
- Irritation
- Dryness
- Redness
- Burning sensation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you have chickenpox or measles. Topical use of corticosteroids may sometimes cause systemic immunosuppression (decreased ability to fight infections) which further worsens the infections, hence Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride should be used with caution in patients with active infections. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Let your doctor know if you are using any prescription, non-prescription drugs, vitamins, and herbal products before starting Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels), poor blood circulation, immune system problems, cataract or glaucoma, thyroid and pituitary diseases, heart, kidney or liver problems.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
safe if prescribedNo interaction found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride.
Pregnancy
cautionLet your doctor know if you are planning to become pregnant or are already pregnant before starting Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult the doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
safe if prescribedMometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride.
Children
unsafeMometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is not recommended in children below 12 years 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
- It is advised to reach out to your doctor if the symptoms of skin infection persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment with Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride.
- Avoid contact with the nose, mouth, or eyes. In case it comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Fungal infection: A fungal infection (also called mycosis) is a skin disease caused by a fungus when it invades the tissue.
Athlete's foot: It is a fungal infection between the toes due to sweating.
Jock itch: It is a fungal infection in the skin of the genitals, inner thighs, and buttocks.
Eczema: It is a condition in which skin patches become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough.
Psoriasis: It is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply and form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales.
Tinea versicolor: It is a fungal infection that causes lightening or darkening of the skin of the neck, chest, arms, or legs.
FAQs
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride consists of Mometasone furoate and Terbinafine hydrochloride. Mometasone furoate works by blocking prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Terbinafine hydrochloride interferes with fungi growth leading to fungal cell death.
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not put a bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride unless the doctor advised. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina, rinse with cold water. Do not apply Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride on open wounds, lesions and blisters.
Please consult your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride if you have other viral skin infections, diaper rash, diabetes, poor blood circulation, immune system problems, Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels), cataract and glaucoma, heart, liver, and kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride or any of its components.
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride consists of corticosteroid (Mometasone) that can cause a rise in blood sugar levels by suppressing insulin secretion. Hence it is advised to consult your doctor before starting Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride if you are diabetic.
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride is not recommended to use for diaper rash, since it contains a corticosteroid, Mometasone furoate. Your baby's paediatrician may suggest other medications for the treatment of diaper rash.
Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride, when used for longer periods, can cause thinning and weakening of the skin. Please stop using Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride and immediately consult your doctor if you notice these symptoms.
Please do not stop using Mometasone Furoate+terbinafine Hydrochloride on your own even if the symptoms are relieved until the full course advised by the doctor is finished.
