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Hivate Cream 10g Specification
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Mometasone Furoate
Used For
Psoriasis
How it works
Mometasone is one of a group of medicines called topical corticosteroids. Mometasone topical is classified as a “potent corticosteroid”. These medicines are put on the surface of the skin to reduce the redness and itchiness caused by certain skin problems.
Usage And Safety
Dosage
Adults : Apply sparingly once or twice daily for max four wk, then review. Children : Same as adults but review weekly. OR As directed by your physician.
Side Effects
Allergic skin reactions – bacterial and secondary skin infections – acne – inflammation and/or infection of the hair follicles – thinning of the skin – red marks with associated prickly heat – loss of skin colour – burning – stinging – itching – tingling – excessive hair growth – softening of the skin and stretch marks – blurred vision .
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines. Pregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility.
Indication
Mometasone is used to reduce redness and itchiness caused by certain skin problems called psoriasis or dermatitis.
When not to Use
Do not use Mometasone topical if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to mometasone furoate, any of the other ingredients of Mometasone , or to similar medicines.
Precautions
Precaution
Hyperglycaemia and glucosuria can occur in some patients after topical application due to systemic absorption.
Warnings
Warning 1
If irritation or sensitisation develop with the use of Mometasone Furoate treatment should be withdrawn and appropriate therapy instituted.
Warning 2
Should an infection develop, use of an appropriate antifungal or antibacterial agent should be instituted. If a favourable response does not occur promptly, the corticosteroid should be discontinued until the infection is adequately controlled.
Warning 3
Topical steroids may be hazardous in psoriasis for a number of reasons including rebound relapses following development of tolerance, risk of centralised pustular psoriasis and development of local or systemic toxicity due to impaired barrier function of the skin. If used in psoriasis careful patient supervision is important.
Additional Information
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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