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Elocon Ointment 30gm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Elocon Ointment 30gm have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Elocon Ointment 30gm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Elocon Ointment 30gm include Headache, Chills, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Elocon Ointment 30gm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Elocon Ointment 30gm are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Elocon Ointment 30gm has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Elocon Ointment 30gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Elocon Ointment 30gm related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Elocon Ointment 30gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Elocon Ointment 30gm may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Elocon Ointment 30gm is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Elocon Ointment 30gm 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Elocon Ointment 30gm 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 Ointment 30gm safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Elocon for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Elocon Ointment 30gm on the Kidneys?
Elocon rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Elocon Ointment 30gm on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Elocon. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Elocon Ointment 30gm on the Heart?
Elocon has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elocon Ointment 30gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elocon Ointment 30gm habit forming or addictive?
Elocon Ointment 30gm 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 Elocon Ointment 30gm as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Elocon Ointment 30gm is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Elocon Ointment 30gm is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elocon Ointment 30gm
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Elocon Ointment 30gm and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elocon Ointment 30gm
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Elocon Ointment 30gm with alcohol.
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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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 359-360
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Elocon® (mometasone furoate)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nasonex® (mometasone furoate monohydrate)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Asmanex® Twisthaler® (mometasone furoate)
