Generic name: mometasone topical [ moe-MET-a-sone ]
Brand name: Elocon
Dosage forms: topical cream (0.1%); topical lotion (0.1%); topical ointment (0.1%)
Drug class:Topical steroids
What is mometasone topical?
Mometasone topical is a potent steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.
Mometasone topical (for the skin) is used to treat the symptoms of certain skin conditions, such as pain, redness, warmth, swelling, or itching.
Mometasone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use mometasone topical if you are allergic to mometasone.
Do not use mometasone topical to treat diaper rash.
Do not use this medicine on any child without a doctor's advice. Children can absorb larger amounts of this medication through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects. Mometasone topical may not be safe to use on a child for longer than 3 weeks.
Mometasone topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 2 years old.
Tell your doctor if you have any type of skin infection.
Also tell your doctor if you have diabetes. Topical steroid medicines absorbed through the skin may increase t...
