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Mometasone Cream Information

Mometasone Cream is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Mometasone Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mometasone Cream. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Mometasone Cream are Headache, Chills, Cough. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mometasone Cream as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mometasone Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mometasone Cream is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mometasone Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mometasone Cream related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Mometasone Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Mometasone Cream have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Mometasone Cream, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Mometasone Cream Benefits & Uses
Mometasone Cream Dosage & How to Take
Mometasone Cream Side Effects
Mometasone Cream Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Mometasone Cream with Other Drugs
Mometasone Cream Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mometasone Cream
Mometasone Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mometasone Cream Benefits & Uses

Mometasone Cream is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Sarcoidosis
Lichen Planus
Hives
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dermatitis
Blisters
Nasal Polyps

Mometasone Cream Dosage & How to Take

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

Mometasone Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Mometasone Cream safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Mometasone Cream for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Mometasone Cream safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Mometasone Cream in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Mometasone Cream is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mometasone Cream on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Mometasone Cream on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Mometasone Cream on the Liver?

Mometasone Cream 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mometasone Cream on the Heart?

Mometasone Cream is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mometasone Cream with Other Drugs

Mometasone Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

Moderate

Aspirin

Acetazolamide

Adalimumab

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Pioglitazone,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Atenolol,Chlorthalidone

Mometasone Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mometasone Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Glaucoma
Tuberculosis (TB)
Osteoporosis
Infections
Bronchitis
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Mometasone Cream

Is this Mometasone Cream habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Mometasone Cream has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Mometasone Cream will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Mometasone Cream is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Mometasone Cream is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Mometasone Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mometasone Cream

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Mometasone Cream, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Mometasone Cream

Information about the interaction of Mometasone Cream and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mometasone Cream

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Mometasone Cream for hemmorhoids?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Mometasone Cream is not indicated for hemorrhoids. Please consult your doctor before using Mometasone Cream for conditions other than the recommended ones.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can Mometasone Cream be safely used?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Mometasone Cream should start showing effects in 2 weeks time. It is safe to be used for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Do not use excessive amount or for a prolonged period of time. Always speak to your doctor before discontinuing Mometasone Cream or when you intend to use it for more days.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Mometasone Cream be used for herpes?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Mometasone Cream is not indicated to be used for herpes. Mometasone Cream is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Mometasone Cream on a diaper rash?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Mometasone Cream should not be used on a diaper rash as the diaper might contain an occlusive dressing which might be air and water tight causing an irritant effect on the skin of a child. Diaper rash appears as an inflamed skin portion (also known as dermatitis) on the bottoms of a baby. It develops because of wet and infrequently changed diapers, chafing and also because of the skin sensitivity. It can be cured by using good quality diapers, air drying, frequent changing of the diapers and using an ointment containing ingredients like zinc oxide, calendula, etc.

Question about 5 years ago

What is the risk of using Mometasone Cream on children?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Mometasone Cream may cause delayed weight gain and slowed growth in children on whom it is used topically. Therefore, you must talk to a doctor before using Mometasone Cream on children.