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Momecort is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. The alternative uses of Momecort have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Momecort depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Momecort are Headache, Chills, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Momecort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Momecort normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Momecort's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Momecort related warnings talks about Momecort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Momecort have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Momecort with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Momecort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Momecort 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 Momecort safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Momecort during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Momecort safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Momecort in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Momecort is unavailable.
What is the effect of Momecort on the Kidneys?
Momecort rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Momecort on the Liver?
Momecort 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 Momecort on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Momecort on the heart have been reported.
Momecort 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 Momecort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Momecort habit forming or addictive?
Momecort does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Momecort does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Momecort only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Momecort in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Momecort
There is no information on the effects of taking Momecort with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Momecort
Information about the interaction of Momecort and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Momecort 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 Momecort for burns and speak to your doctor for a recommendation.
Momecort is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.
No, Momecort 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.
Yes, Momecort 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, Momecort is not indicated to be used for herpes. Momecort 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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