What is Elomet cream used for?
Cream/Ointment: ELOMET Cream and Ointment 0.1% are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses. Lotion: ELOMET Lotion 0.1% is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses.
Is Elomet a steroid?
Mometasone furoate, a synthetic corticosteroid, exhibits anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties.
Can babies use Elomet?
Thin skin. Allergies to “Elomet Cream” or any other ingredients. It is not recommended for use by baby children. Please keep it away from children.
Why can I put steroid cream on my face?
The use of topical corticosteroids on the face can result in harmful skin effects such as atrophy, telangiectasia and periorificial dermatitis. These adverse reactions are greater with the more potent steroids but can be minimised by limiting use on the face.
Can mometasone apply on face?
Generally mometasone is not recommended for the sensitive skin on your face. Only use it on your face if your doctor says it’s OK. Mometasone skin treatments will not help with conditions such as acne or rosacea.
What is more effective cream or ointment?
In general, creams are better than ointments for treating oozing or wet skin conditions like eczema. Creams evaporate much quickly than ointments and thus heals such conditions faster. Ointments are thicker. Since they stay longer on your skin’s surface, they can add moisture to your skin and keep it hydrated.
Are steroid creams safe?
In most cases, topical steroids are safe and well tolerated if used correctly. People who experience side effects usually are not using steroid creams properly. Applying the cream or ointment thinly and evenly to the affected areas on the skin is important.
Does mometasone furoate cream expire?
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the tube or carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. This medicine should be disposed of 3 months after first opening. Do not use this medicine if you notice any visible signs of deterioration, such as changes in colour.
Can mometasone cream be used twice a day?
In a study evaluating the effects of mometasone furoate cream on the HPA axis, 15 grams were applied twice daily for 7 days to six adult subjects with psoriasis or atopic dermatitis. The results show that the drug caused a slight lowering of adrenal corticosteroid secretion.