Drug Notes

Mometasone (On the skin)

Mometasone Furoate (moe-MET-a-sone FURE-oh-ate)

Treats rash and other skin problems. This medicine is a corticosteroid.

Brand Name(s):

Elocon

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

How to Use This Medicine:

Cream, Lotion, Ointment, Liquid

• Use this medicine as directed. Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of using this medicine.
• Use this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.
• Do not use this medicine on the face, underarms, diaper area, or groin area unless your doctor tells you to.
• Apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.
• Do not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.
• Missed dose: Apply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you liver disease or a skin infection.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Dark freckles, skin color changes, coldness, weakness, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, weight loss
• Severe itching, burning, or skin irritation
• Skin infection, such as redness, swelling, or pus, on the site of application

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

• Acne-like skin changes
• Mild itching or burning on the site of application

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 1/27/2017