Brand name:
Elocon - ELOCON (Cutizone, Mometasone
Furuoate)
Pronounced: ELL-oh-con
Generic name: Mometasone furoate
Why is Elocon prescribed?
Elocon is a cortisone-like steroid available in cream, ointment, and
lotion form. It is used to treat certain itchy rashes and other inflammatory
skin conditions.
Most important fact about Elocon
When you use Elocon, you inevitably absorb some of Elocon through
your skin and into the bloodstream. Too much absorption can lead to
unwanted side effects elsewhere in the body. To keep this problem to
a minimum, avoid using large amounts of Elocon over large areas, and
do not cover it with airtight dressings such as plastic wrap or adhesive
bandages unless specifically told to by your doctor.
How should you use Elocon prescriptions without ?
Apply a thin film of the cream or ointment or a few drops of the lotion
to the affected skin once a day. Massage it in until it disappears.
Elocon is for use only on the skin. Be careful to keep it out of your
eyes.
For the most effective and economical use of Elocon lotion, hold the
tip of the bottle very close to (but not touching) the affected skin
and squeeze the bottle gently.
Once you have applied Elocon, never cover the skin with an airtight
bandage, a tight diaper, plastic pants, or any other airtight dressing.
This could encourage excessive absorption of the medication into your
bloodstream.
Be careful not to use Elocon for a longer time than prescribed. If
you do, you may disrupt your ability to make your own natural adrenal
corticoid hormones (hormones secreted by the outer layer of the adrenal
gland).
If you miss a dose...
Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Storage instructions...
Store at room temperature.
Elocon side effects
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity,
notify your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine
if it is safe for you to continue using Elocon.
* Side effects may include:
Acne-like pimples, allergic skin rash, boils, burning, damaged skin, dryness,
excessive hairiness, infected hair follicles, infection of the skin, irritation,
itching, light colored patches on skin, prickly heat, rash around the mouth,
skin atrophy and wasting, softening of the skin, stretch marks, tingling
or stinging
Why should Elocon not be prescribed?
Do not use Elocon if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it
or any other steroid medication.
Special warnings about Elocon
Remember, Elocon is for external use only. Avoid getting it into your
eyes. Do not use it to treat anything other than the condition for
which it was prescribed.
If your skin becomes irritated, call your doctor.
If you have any kind of skin infection, tell your doctor before you
start using Elocon.
Do not use Elocon cream or ointment on your face, underarms, or groin
area unless your doctor tells you to.
If your condition doesn't improve in 2 weeks, call your doctor.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Elocon
No interactions have been noted.
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor
immediately. Elocon should not be used during pregnancy unless the
benefit outweighs the potential risk to the unborn child.
You should not use Elocon while breastfeeding, since absorbed hormone
could make its way into the breast milk and perhaps harm the nursing
baby. If you are a new mother, you should contact your doctor, who
will help you decide between breastfeeding and using Elocon.
Recommended dosage for Elocon
ADULTS
Overdosage
With extensive or long-term use of Elocon, hormone absorbed into the
bloodstream may cause a group of symptoms called Cushing's syndrome.
* Symptoms of Cushing's syndrome may include:
Acne, depression, excessive hair growth, high blood pressure, humped upper
back, insomnia, moon-faced appearance, muscle weakness, obese trunk, paranoia,
stretch marks, stunted growth (in children), susceptibility to bruising,
fractures, and infections, wasted limbs
Cushing's syndrome may also trigger diabetes mellitus.
