Rs.59.80for 1 tube(s) (10 gm Cream each)
food interaction for Gecort Cream
alcohol interaction for Gecort Cream
pregnancy interaction for Gecort Cream
lactation interaction for Gecort Cream
medicine interaction for Gecort Cream
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Gecort 1mg 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
Gecort 1mg 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 Gecort 1mg Cream
Mometasone(1mg)
Gecort cream uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of skin conditions with inflammation & itching.
How gecort cream works
Gecort 1mg 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 gecort cream
Burning sensation, Itching, Skin atrophy, Stinging sensation, Boils
SUBSTITUTES FOR Gecort Cream
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Expert advice FOR Gecort 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 Gecort 1mg Cream
Mometasone
Q. Is Gecort 1mg Cream an antifungal, an antibiotic, or a steroid?
Gecort 1mg Cream is neither an antifungal nor an antibiotic. It is a corticosteroid that is used to reduce inflammation (redness, swelling) in various conditions.
Q. Gecort 1mg Cream is effective for my child. Can I extend the treatment a little longer?
You should use Gecort 1mg 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 Gecort 1mg Cream used for?
Gecort 1mg 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.