Monosone 0.1% Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Monosone 0.1% Cream Benefits & Uses

Monosone 0.1% Cream is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Sarcoidosis
Lichen Planus
Hives
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dermatitis
Blisters
Nasal Polyps

Monosone 0.1% Cream Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Monosone 0.1% Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Monosone 0.1% Cream safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Monosone in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Monosone 0.1% Cream safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Monosone on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Monosone will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Monosone 0.1% Cream on the Kidneys?

Monosone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Monosone 0.1% Cream on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Monosone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Monosone 0.1% Cream on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Monosone on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Monosone 0.1% Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Monosone 0.1% Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Glaucoma
Tuberculosis (TB)
Osteoporosis
Infections
Bronchitis
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Monosone 0.1% Cream

Is this Monosone 0.1% Cream habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Monosone 0.1% Cream has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Monosone 0.1% Cream does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Monosone 0.1% Cream only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Monosone 0.1% Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Monosone 0.1% Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Monosone 0.1% Cream

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Monosone 0.1% Cream together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Monosone 0.1% Cream

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Monosone 0.1% Cream with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Monosone 0.1% Cream

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Monosone for treating discolored patches on my skin?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Monosone can be used for the treatment of brown patches on the skin or melasma, however, it is not used alone. It is always used in combination with hydroquinone, isotretinoin and sometimes glycolic acid. Melasma is a common skin condition. It is usually manifested as brown to gray-brown patches on the forehead, bridge of the nose, cheeks, upper lip, and chin. It can also invade forearms and neck. Alongside topical treatment, protection from Sun is also suggested as a treatment.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Monosone?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Monosone is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Monosone be used for herpes?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Monosone is not indicated to be used for herpes. Monosone is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.

Question about 5 years ago

How to apply Monosone?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Monosone is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Monosone on a diaper rash?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Monosone should not be used on a diaper rash as the diaper might contain an occlusive dressing which might be air and water tight causing an irritant effect on the skin of a child. Diaper rash appears as an inflamed skin portion (also known as dermatitis) on the bottoms of a baby. It develops because of wet and infrequently changed diapers, chafing and also because of the skin sensitivity. It can be cured by using good quality diapers, air drying, frequent changing of the diapers and using an ointment containing ingredients like zinc oxide, calendula, etc.