Elocon
Mometasone cream and ointment in 5g tubes, applied for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. A topical corticosteroid.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Mometasone
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Cream; Ointment
- Strengths
- 5g
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Elocon on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Atopic Dermatitis · Psoriasis · Seborrhoeic Dermatitis
- Therapeutic class
- Topical Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
- Corticosteroid
- Minor side effects
- burning; itching; dryness
- Moderate side effects
- skin atrophy; striae; folliculitis
- Serious side effects
- adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream; Ointment
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Originator
- Organon
- Onset Time
- 12–24 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in paediatric patients.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to mometasone; rosacea; acne vulgaris; bacterial skin infections
Precautions and warnings
avoid contact with eyes; avoid prolonged use on face; discontinue if irritation occurs
Patient summary
Mometasone cream and ointment in 5g tubes, applied for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. A topical corticosteroid.
Mechanism of action
Mometasone acts as an anti-inflammatory agent, suppressing the immune response at the site of application to reduce inflammation and pruritus.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Consult your doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
Elocon is a corticosteroid brand containing Mometasone, used to help manage skin inflammation associated with Atopic Dermatitis, Psoriasis and Seborrhoeic Dermatitis. This treatment is supplied in a convenient 5g tube. It serves as a standard option for those aiming to manage dermatological flare-ups and maintain skin health.
Buying Elocon online
This remains a reliable way for expats and residents far from a well stocked local pharmacy to access their treatment.
What you will receive
Elocon is the originator brand name, made by Organon. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Organon and do not ship the original Elocon.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Mometasone) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.