Rs.141for 1 tube(s) (20 gm Cream each)
food interaction for Athocon Cream
alcohol interaction for Athocon Cream
pregnancy interaction for Athocon Cream
lactation interaction for Athocon Cream
medicine interaction for Athocon Cream
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Athocon Cream is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Athocon Cream should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
CAUTION
No interaction found/established
SALT INFORMATION FOR Athocon 0.1% w/w Cream
Mometasone(0.1% w/w)
Athocon cream uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of skin conditions with inflammation & itching.
How athocon cream works
Athocon Cream is a steroid that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that cause redness, swelling, and itching in the skin. It reduces inflammation by suppressing the immune response, decreasing swelling, and preventing the release of substances that cause allergic reactions and irritation. This helps alleviate symptoms of skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Common side effects of athocon cream
Burning sensation, Itching, Skin atrophy, Stinging sensation, Boils
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Expert advice FOR Athocon Cream
- Apply Mometasone as a thin layer to the affected areas 2-3 times daily or as directed by your doctor.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected, you should stop using Mometasone and consult your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Athocon 0.1% w/w Cream
Mometasone
Q. Is Athocon Cream an antifungal, an antibiotic, or a steroid?
Athocon Cream is neither an antifungal nor an antibiotic. It is a corticosteroid that is used to reduce inflammation (redness, swelling) in various conditions.
Q. Athocon Cream is effective for my child. Can I extend the treatment a little longer?
You should use Athocon Cream as advised by your doctor, especially in children. Using more than the recommended dose or even extending the duration may cause a hormonal imbalance in your child. As a result, the child may develop puffiness or rounding of the face, and there could be a delay in growth and development. Therefore, consult the doctor before trying any dose adjustments.
Q. What is Athocon Cream used for?
Athocon Cream is a steroid medicine that is used on the skin to relieve inflammatory and itchy skin diseases. It also helps in reducing redness, scaling, and swelling associated with these conditions. Do not use this medicine without consulting your doctor.