Elocon Ointment 10gm

Name: Elocon Ointment 10gm
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INTRODUCTION ABOUT ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT

ELOCON
0.001 OINTMENT contains Mometasone which belongs to the group of
medicines called Topical Corticosteroids. ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT is used
in the management of inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of
corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses such as psoriasis and atopic
dermatitis. It is also used to manage scalp psoriasis and seborrheic
dermatitis.

Psoriasis is a type of skin disease that causes skin
rash with itchy, scaly patches which most commonly occurs on the knees,
elbows, trunk and scalp. Atopic dermatitis is a skin condition which
makes your skin red and itchy. Scalp psoriasis is a common skin disorder
that makes skin raised, reddish, often scaly on the scalp which can
either occur as a single patch or several patches on the scalp.
Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that affects your scalp
which is characterized by red, and scaly patches of skin and dandruff.

Avoid
applying ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT, if you have rosacea (a skin condition
affecting the face), acne (pimples), skin atrophy (thinning of the
skin), dermatitis (skin inflammation) around the mouth, genital itching,
viral infections such as shingles, chickenpox (viral infection),
ulcerated skin, and wounds.

Before applying ELOCON 0.001
OINTMENT, inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease. ELOCON
0.001 OINTMENT should be used in pregnant women only if it is clearly
necessary. It is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult
your doctor before applying ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT.

The medicine
is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. Consult
your doctor before applying ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT.

The most
common side effects of using ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT are mild to moderate
pruritus (itchy skin), burning and stinging sensation of skin,
folliculitis (a type of skin infection marked by inflamed hair
follicles), dryness of skin, mild skin atrophy (thin-shiny appearing
skin). Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms gets worse.

HOW ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT WORKS

ELOCON
0.001 OINTMENT works by reducing the inflammation of skin by blocking
the production of a chemical messenger which is responsible for causing
red, swollen and itchy skin that occurs due to an allergic reaction or
irritation in the skin thereby providing relief from the symptoms of
psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis and seborrhoeic
dermatitis.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always
apply ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT as directed by your physician. It is for
external use only. On the affected area, apply a thin layer of this
medicine and gently rub into the affected area of skin. Managed areas on
the face need not be covered with a plaster or bandage. Avoid applying
the medicine around your eyes, including eyelids.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ELOCON 0.001 OINTMENT

COMMON

itchy skin
burning and stinging sensation of skin
folliculitis (a type of skin infection marked by inflamed hair follicles)
dry skin
acneiform eruptions (group of disorders characterized by papules and pustules resembling acne vulgaris)
mild skin atrophy (thin-shiny appearing skin)
telangiectasia (a condition of dilated small blood vessels on skin)