Elocom
Mometasone Furoate
Ingredients & Drug Type
Elocom is listed as Dermatology containing Mometasone Furoate. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
- Active ingredient
- Mometasone Furoate
- Therapeutic class
- Dermatology
- Dosage form
- Cream
- Strength
- 0.1%
Dosing
- Frequency
- مرة يومياً
- Route
- topical
- Common catalog dose: طبقة رقيقة.
- Frequency: مرة يومياً.
- Route: topical.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Medical Overview
Elocom is listed as Dermatology containing Mometasone Furoate. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
Elocom (mometasone furoate) is dermatology’s smart mid-potent steroid — high efficacy, minimal systemic absorption, once daily suffices. For moderate eczema, psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis beyond hydrocortisone’s reach. Fingertip-unit dosing, taper to weekend maintenance rather than abrupt stop, face/folds only on explicit short prescription.
Uses / Indications
- Eczema
- psoriasis
- allergic dermatitis
- Acne, allergy, inflammation, skin infection, or itching depending on diagnosis.
Side Effects
- Skin atrophy
- telangiectasia
- adrenal suppression with prolonged widespread use
- Irritation, dryness, redness, itching, or local allergy.
Contraindications
- الوردية والتهاب الجلد حول الفم (يشعلهما)
- العدوى الجلدية غير المعالجة بأنواعها
- حب الشباب
- والجلد المتقرح. الوجه والإبطان والمغبن: تجنب إلا بوصف صريح قصير.
- Deep wounds, severe infection, or ingredient allergy without medical assessment.
Warnings
- مرة واحدة يومياً طبقة رقيقة — المضاعفة لا تسرّع الشفاء بل الترقق. قاعدة أصابع اليد (FTU): فقرة إصبع من الكريم تكفي كفّي مساحة. عند التحسن اخفض تدريجياً (يومان بالأسبوع صيانة بالأكزيما المزمنة بدل القطع الفجائي — يمنع الارتداد). فوق أسبوعين بلا تحسن = مراجعة. احجز جلدية عبر كلينكس جو.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes unless the product is intended for that area.
Drug Interactions
- لا تداخلات جهازية تُذكر بالاستخدام السليم. لا يُغطى بضماد محكم دون أمر (يقفز الامتصاص). لا يُخلط بمستحضرات أخرى بنفس الموضع إلا بترتيب.
- Tell your clinician about other skin products, especially peels, steroids, and topical antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Apply a thin layer only to the affected area.
- Wash hands after use.
- Use sun protection with photosensitizing medicines.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Elocom?
Elocom contains Mometasone Furoate and is categorized as Dermatology. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Elocom?
Catalog dosing information includes: طبقة رقيقة. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Elocom?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Elocom be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.