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Elocon Drug Center
Medical Editor: Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD
Elocon (brand of mometasone furoate cream) is a medium potency corticosteroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid- responsive dermatoses. Some common side effects associated with Elocon are stinging, burning, itching, irritation, dryness, or redness of the skin. This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur.
Elocon is administered in the form of a topical cream, lotion, or ointment. The combination of mometasone and anthralin topicals (used to treat psoriasis) should not be used since concomitant use may increase the symptoms of psoriasis. Safe use of Elocon during pregnancy and lactation has not been established; therefore, the potential benefits must be weighed against the possible hazards.
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Elocon Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
ELOCON (mometasone furoate) Cream, 0.1%, is a medium potency corticosteroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid- responsive dermatoses.
ELOCON (mometasone furoate cream) Cream, 0.1%, may be used in pediatric patients 2 years of age or older, although the safety and efficacy of drug use for longer than 3 weeks have not been established (see PRECAUTIONS - Pediatric Use Section). Since safety and efficacy of ELOCON (mometasone furoate) Cream have not been adequately established in pediatric patients...
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Elocon Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have severe irritation of any treated skin, or if you show signs of absorbing mometasone topical through your skin, such as:
- blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights;
- mood changes;
- sleep problems (insomnia);
- weight gain, puffiness in your face; or
- muscle weakness, feeling...
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What is Consumer information?
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Elocon Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, allergies, and rash. Mometasone decreases swelling (inflammation), itching, and redness. Mometasone is a medium-strength corticosteroid. This medication is available in several forms including cream, ointment, and lotion (solution). Your doctor will choose the type of product based on the skin condition/area of the body being treated.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using this medication and each time you ge...
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