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Metos Cream 10gm is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Metos Cream 10gm has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Metos Cream 10gm 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Metos Cream 10gm also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Chills, Cough. While these are the most often observed Metos Cream 10gm side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Metos Cream 10gm are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Metos Cream 10gm has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Metos Cream 10gm has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metos Cream 10gm related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metos Cream 10gm contraindications section.
Additionally, Metos Cream 10gm may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Metos Cream 10gm, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Metos Cream 10gm 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 |
Adult |
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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 Metos Cream 10gm safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Metos on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Metos Cream 10gm safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Metos for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Metos Cream 10gm on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Metos on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Metos Cream 10gm on the Liver?
Metos 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 Metos Cream 10gm on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Metos on the heart have been reported.
Metos Cream 10gm 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 Metos Cream 10gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metos Cream 10gm habit forming or addictive?
Metos Cream 10gm is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Metos Cream 10gm will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Metos Cream 10gm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metos Cream 10gm in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metos Cream 10gm
There is no information on the effects of taking Metos Cream 10gm with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metos Cream 10gm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Metos Cream 10gm.
Metos works by releasing some anti-inflammatory proteins and inhibiting the synthesis of some inflammation mediators. This provides relief to the patient temporarily.
No, Metos should not be applied to children under the age of 2 years as the safety and efficacy have not been established yet in this age group.
Metos 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.
Yes, Metos is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. It is used for treating rash, psoriatic lesion or eczema on your skin surface. Unlike other steroids, Metos is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation.
Yes, Metos 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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