Description
What Is Elocon Cream?
Elocon Cream is a strong topical corticosteroid used to treat skin inflammation, redness, and itching. It contains mometasone furoate, a powerful anti-inflammatory ingredient that quickly calms many common skin conditions. Elocon is also available as a mometasone cream and ointment, giving flexibility based on your skin’s needs.
What Is Elocon Cream Used For?
Elocon Cream helps manage a range of inflammatory skin problems. It may:
- – Reduce redness, swelling, and irritation
- – Soothe eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis flare-ups
- – Relieve itching caused by allergic skin reactions
- – Calm thickened or scaly skin
- – Promote quicker skin recovery
Therefore, many people find this cream helpful for fast, short-term symptom relief.
How Does Elocon Cream Work?
Elocon Cream works by calming the immune response in the skin. This reduces inflammation and allows your skin to heal naturally. As a result, symptoms like redness, swelling, and itching usually improve quickly. However, you should always use this cream exactly as your doctor or pharmacist advises.
How Should Elocon Cream Be Used?
- – Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area
- – Use once daily, unless your doctor advises otherwise
- – Gently rub the cream in until it disappears
- – Wash your hands after use, unless treating your hands
- – Avoid covering the area unless instructed by your doctor
Additionally, do not use this cream on broken, infected, or sensitive skin unless told to.
Are There Any Side Effects?
Common side effects include:
- – Burning or stinging where the cream is applied
- – Thinning of the skin with long-term use
- – Stretch marks or visible blood vessels
Although side effects are uncommon with correct use, contact your doctor if you notice worsening symptoms.
What Warnings And Precautions Should Be Considered?
- – Do not use if you have untreated skin infections
- – Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, or mucous membranes
- – Speak to your doctor before using on children
- – Use the smallest amount needed for symptom control
- – Follow your doctor’s advice carefully
Therefore, careful use of this cream is important to avoid unwanted effects.
How Should It Be Stored?
- – Store below 25°C in a dry place
- – Keep the tube tightly closed after use
- – Protect from direct heat or sunlight
- – Keep out of reach of children
- – Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging
