Momsone 0.1%
(cream)
Momsone creamComposition:
Each gram of cream contains:
Mometasone furoate anhydrous................. 1 mg
Properties:
Mometasone furoate is a topical synthetic corticosteroid with moderately potent anti inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive activity.

Pharmacokinetics:
Human studies indicates that about 0.4 - 0.7 % of the applied dose enters the circulation after 8 hours of contact on normal skin without occlusion dressings.

Indications:
Relief of inflammatory, pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses.

Contraindications:
Patients with a history of hypersensitivity to corticosteroids or any of ingredients.

Precautions:
Avoid risk factors that enhance its penetration and systemic absorption such as: use for over large surface areas,
disrupted epidermal barrier or use for areas under occlusive dressings.
If concomitant or developed skin infections, appropriate antibacterial or antifungal agent is used.
It should not be used on face, eyes, diaper areas, underarms, or groin areas unless directed by physician.
Discontinue therapy when control is achieved.
Pediatric patients under 2 years old due to lack of well controlled studies.
Safety and efficacy of drug use for longer than 3 weeks have not been established
Pregnancy and lactation:
Used only if clearly needed due to lack of adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant and lactating women.

Drug- drug interactions:
Not yet known

Side effects:
It is well-tolerated.
The following effects are rarely reported:
Skin atrophy ( such as shiny, telangiectasia, loss of elasticity, loss of normal skin markings, thin and bruising) , tingling, stinging, furunculosis, burning, pruritus rosacea, skin irritation, dryness, folliculitis, skin eruption, hypo pigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis and secondary infections.

Dosage & route of administration & duration:
For dermatological use only as directed by physician.
For patients 2 years of age or older.
Treated area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped so as to be occlusive unless directed by physician
Apply a thin film to the affected skin areas once daily with gentle massage.
Avoid over dose for a long period.
Storage:
Keep at temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Keep out of reach of children.

Presentation:
Tube of 20 gram cream packed in a carton box with pamphlet.