Clinical Overview
Mometasone Furoate (0.1% w/w cream/ointment) is a high-potency (Class II) synthetic topical corticosteroid on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It features a high therapeutic index, providing robust anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic activity with significantly lower systemic absorption and cutaneous atrophogenic potential than older fluorinated steroids. Indicated for relief of inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, including atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
Verified Clinical References
Usage Guidelines
Apply a thin film to affected skin areas once daily. Rub in gently until absorbed. Do not occlude unless directed.
General Administration Advice: Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage, frequency, and treatment course. For oral medications, swallow with sufficient water. Never stop antibiotics, psychiatric medications, or antihypertensives abruptly without clinical direction.
Possible Side Effects
Common: Burning, pruritus, localized skin atrophy, tingling. Rare/Severe: HPA axis suppression, striae, folliculitis, and hypertrichosis.
*Note: Individual physiological responses vary. While many patients experience few or no side effects, notify your treating physician if adverse reactions persist or if hypersensitivity (angioedema, skin rash, dyspnea) occurs.
Precautions & Warnings
Avoid prolonged application on facial skin (limit to 5 days). Do not use in viral (herpes, varicella) or fungal skin infections without antimicrobial coverage.
Schedule H (Prescription Required)
This medication is scheduled under statutory drug regulatory frameworks (CDSCO / Drugs & Cosmetics Rules). Dispensing requires a valid medical prescription from a registered medical practitioner. Self-medication or unsupervised dosage adjustment carries significant clinical risks.
Medical Disclaimer: Statutory Clinical Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational and price-transparency purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, clinical diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. Always consult a registered dermatologist or qualified medical practitioner before initiating, altering, or substituting any topical or systemic dermatological treatment.