What Is Mometasone Furoate?

Mometasone furoate, a synthetic glucocorticosteroid, has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects. It is characterized by an increase in the intensity of the action and a disproportionate increase in side effects, and is used only once a day. , Developed by Schering-Plough (China) Ltd, and its production address is Jingtai Road, Putuo District, Shanghai. Alias is Eloson.

Mometasone furoate

Mometasone furoate, a synthetic glucocorticosteroid, has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects. It is characterized by an increase in the intensity of the action and a disproportionate increase in side effects, and is used only once a day. ,by

Local adverse reactions are rare, such as burning sensations, itching and tingling, and skin atrophy. Adverse reactions that can be caused by long-term topical use of corticosteroids include: irritation, skin atrophy, hirsutism, peridermatitis, skin infiltration, secondary infections, skin-striped pigmentation or regression.

Once a day, apply evenly to the affected skin area until the symptoms disappear or continue to take the medicine for 3 weeks. Excessive symptoms and long-term topical use of corticosteroids may inhibit pituitary-adrenal function and cause secondary adrenal insufficiency. The clinical symptoms of acute corticosteroid overdose are diverse. Treatment: Treat symptomatically. For electrolyte imbalance symptoms, if necessary, gradually reduce the dose until the medication is stopped.

Those who are allergic to mometasone furoate, other ingredients in this product, and corticosteroids are contraindicated. This product should not be used in large quantities for a long period of time. If this product is used in a large area, for a long time or in a package, it will increase the systemic absorption of the drug and increase the risk of inhibition of the adrenal cortex, which must be paid attention to. Especially for infants and children, due to their relatively large body surface area, the sensitivity of adrenal cortex suppression and Cushing's syndrome caused by the use of this product is greater than that of adults. Therefore, when using this product, pediatric patients should use as little medicine as possible . If it is accompanied by skin infection, anti-infective drugs must be used at the same time. If the clinical symptoms are not improved in time after using this product, this product should be stopped until the infection is controlled. This medicine cannot be used for eye treatment. When irritation and allergic reactions occur during use, the drug should be stopped and appropriate treatment should be adopted.

Impact on pregnancy and lactation: The safety of this product for pregnant women has not been determined. For pregnant women, the pros and cons of medication need to be considered. It is unknown whether topical corticosteroids can be excreted from milk. For breastfeeding women using this product still need to consider stopping breastfeeding or stopping medication.