Manufacturer: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Mometasone(0.1% w/w)
Tube of 10gm Cream
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You should always use Momoz Cream exactly as your doctor has told you. Do not use the cream or ointment for more than the recommended duration. Spread it as a thin layer onto the skin. Do not cover the area being treated with a bandage or plaster unless your doctor tells you to. You should use this medicine regularly but do not apply large amounts or use it for longer than prescribed. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
Momoz Cream has a few potential side effects but not everyone will get them. These include thinning or a change in color of the skin, burning, stinging, and itching. Let your doctor know if you are bothered by these or they do not go away.
Let your doctor know about any medical issues you have such as thinning of the skin, any skin infection, broken or ulcerated skin, diabetes, and immune system problems. Also, inform the doctor about other medicines you are taking (particularly steroids). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.
Mometasone is a Corticosteroid. The mechanism of action of mometasone is as a Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonist, and Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonist
Mometasone is a synthetic topical glucocorticoid receptor (GR) agonist with anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. Upon administration, mometasone binds to cytoplasmic GRs and subsequently activates GR-mediated gene expression.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Momoz
Stinging sensation
Headache
Sore throat
Itching
Nosebleeds
Viral infection
Upper respiratory tract infection
Vomiting
If you are allergic to mometasone.
If you have rosacea, a skin condition affecting the face.
If you have itching in your private parts, wounds, nappy rash, skin eruptions and skin infections.
It can worsen acne, herpes, warts, chickenpox, ringworm or conditions like swelling near the mouth.
Momoz Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Momoz Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
This medication is a topical corticosteroid, prescribed for treatment of inflammatory skin disorders (such as eczema and psoriasis), allergic rhinitis (such as hay fever), and asthma. Nasal spray is used for seasonal allergies like runny nose.
Advair Diskus (fluticasone / salmeterol)
Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)
Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
Cymbalta (duloxetine)
Fish Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids)
Lasix (furosemide)
Lyrica (pregabalin)
Metoprolol Tartrate (metoprolol)
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Momoz Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Momoz Cream is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised 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 Momoz Cream and consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
Momoz Cream is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised 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 Momoz Cream and consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Q. Is Momoz Cream an antifungal, an antibiotic or a steroid?
Momoz Cream is neither an antifungal nor an antibiotic. It is a corticosteroid which is used to reduce inflammation (redness, swelling) in various conditions. It is available as an ointment, cream and lotion for external application. It is also available as a nasal spray or powder for inhalation.
Q. Momoz Cream is effective for my child. Can I extend the treatment a little longer?
You should use Momoz Cream as advised by your doctor, especially in children. Using more than the recommended dose or even extending the duration may cause hormonal imbalance in your child. As a result, the child may develop puffiness or rounding of face and there could be delay in growth and development. Therefore, consult the doctor before trying any dose adjustments.
Q. What is Momoz Cream used for?
Momoz Cream is a steroid medicine which 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 take this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. How to use Momoz Cream?
Momoz Cream should be gently rubbed into the affected skin twice daily for a maximum of about 2 weeks. In case, you do not find any considerable improvement within 2 weeks, consult your doctor for reevaluation.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Momoz Cream?
If you forget to use Momoz Cream, do not worry and continue using Momoz Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can you use Momoz Cream on broken skin?
No, Momoz Cream should not be applied on broken skin. It is a steroid medicine which works by suppressing the immune system. 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. Does Momoz Cream cause local irritation or skin reactions?
Yes, Momoz 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 with the drug. In case of any reaction, stop the medication immediately and inform the doctor.
Q. What are the precautions that are needed to be taken while using Momoz Cream?
Momoz Cream should not be used on the face. Do not use the medication for longer periods of time than you have been advised. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side-effects. This medicine should be used only when advised by the doctor. It should not be given to other people even if their condition appears to be the same.
