Rs.109.69for 1 tube(s) (15 gm Cream each)
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Emcort 0.1% Cream is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Information regarding the use of Emcort 0.1% Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Emcort 0.1% Cream
Mometasone(0.1%)
Emcort cream uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of skin conditions with inflammation & itching.
How emcort cream works
Emcort 0.1% 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 emcort cream
Burning sensation, Stinging sensation, Itching, Skin atrophy, Boils
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Expert advice FOR Emcort 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 Emcort 0.1% Cream
Mometasone
Q. What is Emcort 0.1% Cream used for?
Emcort 0.1% 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.
Q. How to use Emcort 0.1% Cream?
No, Emcort 0.1% Cream should not be applied to broken skin. It may cause varied side effects, which can delay the healing process. Moreover, steroids are also known to cause skin atrophy, which might worsen the associated condition.
Q. Can you use Emcort 0.1% Cream on broken skin?
Yes, Emcort 0.1% Cream may cause local skin reactions like burning, itching, irritation, dryness, and hypopigmentation in sensitive individuals, although it is rare. Therefore, it is important to inform your doctor if you have any history of allergy or reaction before you start therapy with this medicine. In some cases, the reason for the allergic reaction could be the added ingredients to the drug. In case of any reaction, stop the treatment immediately and inform the doctor.