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Elocon Tube Of 30gm Cream

30g Cream in Tube

MRP602.00

451.50

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Elocon Tube Of 30gm Cream
Elocon Tube Of 30gm Cream
Elocon Tube Of 30gm Cream

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ABBOTT HEALTHCARE PVT LTD

Dosage

CREAM

Expiry

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Mometasone Furoate(1.0 Mg)
Uses
Skin disorders
Therapy
Topical steroid
Side effects
Skin thinning, red marks, excessive hair growth, stretch marks, dry skin
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Elocon Cream is a topical steroid medicine. It is used to alleviate (relieve) the symptoms of various skin diseases like dermatitis and eczema-like redness, swelling and itching. It contains mometasone as its active ingredient. Avoid the medicine to treat other skin conditions than prescribed by the doctor. It is used for external application and must be applied as recommended by the doctor for the prescribed duration. Wash your hand before and after applying the Cream. Before starting the treatment, you should tell your doctor about detailed health conditions especially skin related problems if any. Do not use Elocon Cream for a prolonged duration unless it is prescribed by your dermatologist, as it contains a steroid. Avoid sun exposure immediately after applying this Cream. If you don't see any improvement even after two weeks of treatment, let your doctor know immediately.

Uses

Elocon Cream is used to reduce redness and itching caused by skin problems like psoriasis (a skin disease in which scaly, pink patches develop on the knees, elbows, scalp and other parts of the body) or dermatitis (skin reaction in which the skin becomes red and itchy).

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to mometasone or any other ingredients of this medicine.
  • If you have rosacea, a skin condition affecting the face.
  • If you have itching in your private parts, wounds, nappy rash, skin eruptions and skin infections.
  • It can worsen acne, herpes, warts, chickenpox, ringworm or conditions like swelling near the mouth.

Side effects

  • Skin reactions
  • Skin infections
  • Acne
  • Inflammation or infection of the hair follicles.
  • Skin thinning
  • Red marks
  • Excessive hair growth
  • Stretch marks
  • Dry skin

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

The use of this medicine during pregnancy should be performed only as per the doctor's advice. There is no adequate safety data available for mometasone use during pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

The use of this medicine while breastfeeding should be continued only as per the doctor's advice. If it has to be applied in high doses or long periods, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Do not apply it near the breast or nipple area.

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Driving

Elocon Cream is to be applied locally and no data is available for its effect on driving.

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Alcohol

Elocon Cream is to be applied locally and no data is available for its use with alcohol consumption.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You develop blurred vision or other visual disturbances.
  • Your skin becomes irritated or sensitive or develop an infection on your skin.
  • Your psoriasis gets worse or you get raised bumps filled with pus under your skin.
  • Your skin disease is worsening.
  • In children, this may lead to delayed growth and development.
  • Avoid smoking or flames after applying this medicine as it may cause burns.
  • Elocon Cream is not recommended for children under 2 years of age

Directions for Use

  • Use Elocon Cream as directed by your doctor
  • For external use only, apply it on healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds
  • Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated
  • In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine rinse your eyes with clean water immediately

Storage and disposal

  • Elocon Cream should be stored below 25°C.
  • Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
  • Do not use it after its expiry date.
  • Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Dosage

Overdose

  • If you use this medicine more than you should or in large quantities, it may interfere with some hormone balance. It can cause puffiness on the face, swelling of the face and weakness.
  • The larger amount for a longer period may affect the growth and development of children.
  • Accidental ingestion of medicine should not cause any concern. However, kindly consult your doctor immediately.

Missed a Dose

  • If you have missed to apply Elocon Cream, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Mometasone is a topical steroid that decreases inflammation thus reduces redness, scaling and itching associated with it.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Elocon Cream is meant for topical application and thus the interaction with other medicines taken orally are unlikely. However, it can interact with other medicines or products applied topically. Avoid concomitant application of other medicated products. You should always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.

Interactions with food items

Elocon cream is for external use only.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Elocon Cream is a topical steroid. It is used for skin ailments to reduce inflammation and related symptoms.

During pregnancy, treatment with mometasone should be performed as per the doctor's advice. However, the application on large body surface areas or over a prolonged period should be avoided. Safety data about mometasone in pregnancy is still inadequate.

Elocon Cream should be applied on intact skin as per the advice of your doctor.

You can apply Elocon Cream on the facial area but make sure not to expose eyes or ingest the medicine accidentally. But if you have a condition called rosacea or herpes on the face, do not apply it as it can worsen these skin conditions.

Yes, Elocon Cream is a topical steroid preparation containing mometasone.

Elocon Cream is not indicated for pimples. This Cream may even worsen them.

No, Elocon Cream is not an antibiotic Cream. It is a topical steroid medicine used to treat various skin conditions such as psoriasis, dermatitis, etc., characterised by the redness, swelling, itching and discomfort of skin problems.

No, Elocon Cream is not a skin lightening or a fairness Cream. This Cream is used to treat skin conditions associated with itching, swelling, redness and discomfort known as psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, etc.

No, Elocon Cream should not be used to treat haemorrhoids. There are limited studies performed to study the effectiveness of topical steroid medicine in treating haemorrhoids. Thus, it is advised to avoid using this Cream for any other condition.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:ELOCON

Manufacturer Name:ABBOTT HEALTHCARE PVT LTD

Address:Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd- Plot No 810 Sector-Iii , Idnustrial Area , Pithampur Dist , Dhar - 454 775 (Mp) India

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Elocon 1 MG Cream (30) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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