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Mometasone Cream is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Mometasone Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mometasone Cream. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Mometasone Cream are Headache, Chills, Cough. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mometasone Cream as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mometasone Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mometasone Cream is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mometasone Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mometasone Cream related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Mometasone Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Mometasone Cream have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mometasone Cream, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mometasone Cream is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mometasone Cream is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Mometasone Cream safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Mometasone Cream for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Mometasone Cream safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Mometasone Cream on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Mometasone Cream will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Mometasone Cream on the Kidneys?
Mometasone Cream rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mometasone Cream on the Liver?
Mometasone Cream may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mometasone Cream on the Heart?
Mometasone Cream has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mometasone Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mometasone Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mometasone Cream habit forming or addictive?
Mometasone Cream is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Mometasone Cream as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Mometasone Cream should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Mometasone Cream is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mometasone Cream
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Mometasone Cream with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mometasone Cream
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Mometasone Cream.
No, Mometasone Cream is not indicated for hemorrhoids. Please consult your doctor before using Mometasone Cream for conditions other than the recommended ones.
Mometasone Cream should start showing effects in 2 weeks time. It is safe to be used for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Do not use excessive amount or for a prolonged period of time. Always speak to your doctor before discontinuing Mometasone Cream or when you intend to use it for more days.
No, Mometasone Cream is not indicated to be used for herpes. Mometasone Cream 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.
No, Mometasone Cream 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.
Mometasone Cream may cause delayed weight gain and slowed growth in children on whom it is used topically. Therefore, you must talk to a doctor before using Mometasone Cream on children.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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