HLB Mometasone Cream (Mometasone Furoate)

Adult use

Apply a thin layer to the affected area once daily and gently rub until completely absorbed. Avoid using occlusive dressings.

This medication should not be used in patients with bacterial, fungal, viral, or animal skin infections, as it may worsen symptoms. Patients who have had allergic reactions to this medication or its components should not use it. Patients with eczematous otitis externa who have a perforated eardrum should be cautious when using this medication as it may delay wound healing. It is advisable not to use this medication on areas with ulcers or severe burns, as it may cause delayed skin healing. Patients with perioral dermatitis, common acne, rosacea, and those with itching around the anal or genital areas should also avoid using this medication. It should not be used in infants under 2 years of age. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant and nursing mothers should use this medication cautiously and only in minimal doses when necessary. Caution is also required for children and the elderly due to an increased risk of side effects. This medication contains propylene glycol, which individuals with allergies to this component should handle with care. Skin infections may develop while using this medication, and if symptoms of infection appear, discontinue use immediately and seek appropriate treatment. Long-term use may result in side effects such as thinning skin or dilation of blood vessels, so it is advisable to avoid prolonged use. Using this medication extensively or occlusively may cause systemic side effects; therefore, regular check-ups with a doctor are required. When used around the eyes, it may increase intraocular pressure and cause issues such as glaucoma, so caution is advised. It is generally not recommended to use this medication in the presence of eczema or dermatitis with a skin infection, and if unavoidable, it should be used in conjunction with antibacterial or antifungal agents. Be sure to discontinue use as soon as symptoms improve, and immediately stop if symptoms worsen. If vision becomes blurred or visual disturbances occur while using this medication, it is important to seek the care of an ophthalmologist immediately. This medication's safety during pregnancy has not been established, so it should be used only at minimal doses if absolutely necessary. If nursing mothers use this medication, they should be cautious as it may affect the baby. Children have a larger skin surface area relative to body weight, resulting in a higher risk of side effects, so it is advisable not to use this medication for more than three weeks. Elderly patients may experience side effects more readily, so careful observation during use is required. This medication should not be used for ophthalmic purposes, nor for any use other than therapeutic purposes such as cosmetics or shaving. When using an occlusive dressing, it must be done under the supervision of a physician, and the affected area must be kept clean. Store in a safe place out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Severe allergic reactions, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision disturbances, paralysis, significant decrease in urine output, severe generalized edema, increased blood pressure, breathing difficulties, asthma attacks, breathing abnormalities accompanied by coughing and fever, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral and eye mucosa

Mild side effects

• Folliculitis
• abscess
• skin irritation
• pain
• fever
• burning sensation
• rash
• erythema
• redness
• itching

This medication can be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Storing in this manner will help preserve the medication's efficacy and safety for a longer period.

Appearance

White cream

Package unit

25 grams/tube