Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole
About Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is used to treat fungal skin infections such as eczema (inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough skin patches), psoriasis (skin cells multiply rapidly to form bumpy red patches covered with white scales), and dermatoses (lesions or eruptions of the skin).
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is composed of Mometasone furoate and Clotrimazole. Mometasone furoate blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Clotrimazole stops the growth of fungi by damaging and leaking the fungal cell membrane.
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole has common side effects, such as itching, dryness, redness, and a burning sensation at the application site. These side effects usually do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these symptoms persist or worsen, please reach out to your doctor.
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is for topical (for skin) use only. Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole or other medications. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before starting Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole. Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is not recommended for children below two years of age.
Uses of Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole
• Treatment and Prevention of Fungal Infections: Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is widely used for treating superficial fungal infections of the skin, effectively relieving symptoms like redness and itching.
• Managing Skin Conditions: Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is helpful for conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and dermatoses, providing relief and promoting healing in affected areas.
• Relief from Itching: Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole offers comfort by reducing itching caused by fungal infections, addressing skin irritation effectively.
• Soothing Inflammation: Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole aids in calming inflamed skin, minimizing redness and irritation associated with fungal infections.
Medicinal Benefits
- Clotrimazole inhibits the growth of fungi that cause jock itch, athlete's foot, and ringworm.
- Mometasone furoate reduces skin irritation, redness, and edema.
- Aids in the prompt alleviation of discomfort brought on by fungal skin diseases.
- Minimizes inflammatory responses while controlling the spread of fungi.
- Combines the treatment of inflammation and infection to accelerate healing.
Directions for Use
- Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration of Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole based on the severity of your infection.
- Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is for external use only.
- Apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected areas of your skin using clean, dry hands. You can also apply it with a clean cotton-wool or gauze swab. Gently rub the medicine into the skin until it has disappeared.
- Wash your hands before and after applying it unless the treatment is for your hands.
- If Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole accidentally gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse immediately with cold water.
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Side Effects of Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole
- Itching
- Dryness
- Redness
- Burning sensation
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Drug Warnings
- Avoid contact of topical Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole with the nose, mouth, or eyes, as it may irritate.
- If Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole comes into contact with these areas accidentally, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Please do not use Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole without the doctor’s advice if you have diabetes, active skin infections, liver failure, kidney problems, cataracts, and glaucoma.
- Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before starting Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole.
- Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole usually does not interfere with your driving ability.
- It is better to avoid alcohol to prevent any interactions while using Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole.
- This medicine is not recommended for children below two years of age. However, please check with your child’s doctor for more information.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Keep your doctor informed of all the medicines you use, including topical products, before starting Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole should be used with caution if you have cataract or glaucoma, active skin infections, or heart, kidney or liver problems.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorNo interaction was found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorPlease let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant before starting Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorThere are limited studies on how Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole affects breastfeeding. Please consult the doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
safe if prescribedMometasone Furoate+clotrimazole has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Liver
consult your doctorLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole.
Kidney
consult your doctorLet your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole.
Children
consult your doctorMometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is not recommended in children below two years of age. For more information, please consult your child’s doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Diet
- Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein-rich foods to support skin healing.
- Limit sugary foods, as it may promote fungal growth and slow recovery.
- Staying hydrated helps maintain healthy skin and supports recovery.
Lifestyle changes
- Avoid or limit alcohol and caffeine intake.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
- Do not walk barefoot in places like gym showers to prevent bacterial infections.
- Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
Hygeine tips
- Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
- Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bed sheets, shoes, or socks with others.
- Wash your bedsheets and towels regularly.
Special Advise
- It is advised to reach out to your doctor if the skin infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.
- Monitor your blood glucose levels regularly since the Mometasone furoate in Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole can cause a rise in blood sugar levels.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Fungal infection: A fungal infection (also called mycosis) is a skin disease caused by a fungus when it invades the tissue.
Athlete's foot: It is a fungal infection between the toes due to sweating.
Jock itch: A fungal infection in the skin of the genitals, inner thighs and buttocks.
Eczema: It is a condition in which skin patches become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough.
Psoriasis: It is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply and form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales.
FAQs
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is used to treat eczema (inflamed, itchy, cracked and rough skin patches), psoriasis (skin cells multiply rapidly to form bumpy red patches covered with white scales), dermatoses (lesions or eruptions of the skin) and fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot and jock itch.
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole consists of Mometasone furoate and Clotrimazole. Mometasone furoate, a corticosteroid, works by blocking prostaglandin production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication that interferes with fungal growth by damaging and leaking from the fungal cell membrane. Together, they help in treating skin infections.
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not put a bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole unless the doctor advised. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with cold water. Do not apply it on open wounds, lesions and blisters.
Please consult your doctor before using Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole for conditions like viral skin infections, diaper rash, Cushing's disease (high cortisol levels), cataract and glaucoma, heart, liver, and kidney diseases. Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole or any of its components.
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is not recommended to use for diaper rash. Your baby's doctor may suggest other medications to treat diaper rash.
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole, when used for longer periods, can cause thinning and weakening of the skin. Please stop using Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole and immediately consult your doctor if you notice these symptoms.
Please do not stop using Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole on your own even if the symptoms are relieved until your full course advised by the doctor is finished.
The side effects of Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole include dryness, itching, redness, and a burning sensation at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and tend to resolve on their own over time. However, consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.
Yes, you can use Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole on your feet. It treats fungal skin infections, including athlete's foot (a fungal infection that causes itching, redness, and peeling between the toes) and ringworm (a fungal infection that can affect various parts of the body, including the feet).
Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole is not recommended for use on nails and scalp unless prescribed by the doctor, as it may not effectively treat fungal infections in these areas. It is used to treat fungal skin infections that can affect areas like the feet (athlete's foot), groin (jock itch), skin folds, face, arms, and legs.
Yes, Mometasone Furoate+clotrimazole may cause thinning and skin weakening as a side effect, if taken for a long time. This is due to the presence of a corticosteroid (mometasone furoate). Therefore, always follow the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to minimise adverse effects and to get full benefits.
