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Elocon Lotion 5 ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion. Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Elocon Lotion 5 ml have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Elocon Lotion 5 ml depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Elocon Lotion 5 ml also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Chills, Cough. While these are the most often observed Elocon Lotion 5 ml side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Elocon Lotion 5 ml are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Elocon Lotion 5 ml is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Elocon Lotion 5 ml has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Elocon Lotion 5 ml related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Elocon Lotion 5 ml are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Elocon Lotion 5 ml with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Elocon Lotion 5 ml, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Elocon Lotion 5 ml 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.
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Is the use of Elocon Lotion 5 ml safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Elocon for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Elocon Lotion 5 ml safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Elocon on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Elocon will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Elocon Lotion 5 ml on the Kidneys?
Elocon may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Elocon Lotion 5 ml on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Elocon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Elocon Lotion 5 ml on the Heart?
Side effects of Elocon rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elocon Lotion 5 ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elocon Lotion 5 ml habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Elocon Lotion 5 ml is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Elocon Lotion 5 ml since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Elocon Lotion 5 ml is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Elocon Lotion 5 ml is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elocon Lotion 5 ml
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Elocon Lotion 5 ml and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elocon Lotion 5 ml
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Elocon Lotion 5 ml and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Elocon is not recommended to be used for ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection and it is not caused by any worm. It presents as a silver or red colored patch which may be swollen, itchy, scaly or dry. Ringworm can manifest in any part of the body, including groin (jock itch) and scalp (tenia capitis). The rash is usually ring-shaped on places other than face, neck or scalp. At times, the rash starts spreading. It should be treated using antifungal creams containing ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, etc.
Elocon 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.
No, Elocon cannot be used for the treatment of burns. It is used for treating rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Burns can be treated with skin cream, lotion or an ointment containing ingredients like gentamycin sulfate, fusidic acid, silver nitrate, silver sulfadiazine, mafenide acetate, etc. Please do not self-medicate with Elocon for burns and speak to your doctor for a recommendation.
Yes, Elocon 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.
No, Elocon is not indicated for hemorrhoids. Please consult your doctor before using Elocon for conditions other than the recommended ones.
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