Momate ointment 0.1% 15gr

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Instruction for Momate ointment

Composition

The composition of the cream or ointment for external use of 0.1% contains the active substance: mometasone furoate - 0.1 g and auxiliary components: paraffin, beeswax white, methylparahydroxybenzoate, propylene glycol monostearate, cetomacrogol, stearyl alcohol, propylene glycol, propyl parahydroxybenzoate and purified water.

Form of issue

The drug is available in the form of a cream or ointment for external use of 0.1%, packed in aluminum tubes for 5 or 15 g.

pharmachologic effect

Cream or ointment Momat have anti-inflammatory, antiexudative and antipruritic effect.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

With external use of this drug due to its active component mometasone, anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and anti-exudative effect is manifested.
It has been established that absorption, both ointments and creams is very insignificant. After 8 hours from the time of application of the external agent to the intact skin surface without the use of an occlusive dressing, about 0, 4-0.7% of the active substance enters the systemic bloodstream. Mometasone is metabolized in the liver. From the body the drug is excreted, mainly through the kidneys and a small amount with bile.

Indications for use of the drug

Cream and ointment is recommended for use with amenable glucocorticosteroid therapy:
    inflammatory phenomena on the skin;
    irritations and itching in dermatoses, for example, psoriasis, atopic and seborrheic dermatitis.

Contraindications for use

This external means is not assigned when:
    pinkheads;
    perioral dermatitis;
    bacterial, viral or fungal infection of the skin;
    tuberculosis, syphilis;
    postvaccinal reactions;
    age under 2 years - ointment;
    lactation, pregnancy when used for a long time, in large areas and in large quantities;
    high sensitivity to GCS and other components of the drug.
Care should also be taken when applying the drug to intertriginoznuyu skin and face, using with occlusive dressings, in large quantities or large areas of the skin.

special instructions

When ointment or cream Momate is applied to large areas of the skin surface for a long time or under a bandage, the likelihood of developing symptoms of oppression of the functions of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal system or Cushing's syndrome is preserved.
Sometimes due to propylene glycol, which is part of the Momate, there is irritation in the application area. Such cases require discontinuation of the drug and the appointment of appropriate therapy.
It should be remembered that some GCS change the manifestation of a number of skin diseases, which makes it difficult to diagnose. Also, these drugs often delay the healing of wounds.
Long-term treatment with Momate and sudden withdrawal can cause the development of a bounce syndrome, which is manifested by dermatitis with severe burning and reddening of the skin. For this reason, after prolonged therapy, the drug is discontinued gradually, for example, as a transition to an intermittent treatment regimen until it is completely discontinued.
During the use of a cream or ointment, the Momate should protect the mucous membrane of the eye from its entry.

Use in Pediatrics

Ointment Momate is contraindicated in children under 2 years of age. It is known that in small patients the ratio of skin surface area and weight is larger than that of adults, therefore children are at greater risk in suppressing the functions of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal system and the development of Cushing's syndrome during external application of this agent.
Long-term therapy with Momate often leads to disruption in the development and growth of the child. Therefore, children are prescribed the drug in a minimum dosage sufficient to obtain a positive effect.

Side effects

When treating with a cream or ointment Momate, unwanted symptoms affecting the endocrine system, for example, adrenal insufficiency or Cushing's syndrome, may occur. It is also possible to develop dermatological or allergic reactions in the form of skin irritations, dry skin, burning, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acne, perioral dermatitis and so on.

Instructions for Momat (Method and Dosage)

This product is intended for external use only. It should be noted that ointment or cream Momate, the instruction for use recommends applying a thin layer on the affected areas, once a day.
According to the instruction for Omat Ointment, the duration of treatment directly depends on the effectiveness of therapy, the patient's tolerance, the presence and severity of side effects.

Overdose

Cases of overdose Momate may be accompanied by such symptoms as: oppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal system, including the development of secondary adrenal insufficiency.
In this case, symptomatic treatment is performed. If necessary, the electrolyte balance is corrected and the drug is canceled.

Interaction

Patient interaction of ointment or cream Momate with other drugs is not established.

Storage conditions

The mummy is recommended to be stored in a place dry and dark and inaccessible to children.
Shelf life - 2 years.

Alcohol and Momat

The instruction to this preparation does not contain a direct indication to prohibit the use of alcohol during treatment. However, the indications for prescribing the ointment or the cream of Momate imply the refusal of alcohol for the period of therapy.

Reviews of Momat

As a rule, reviews about the cream of Momat are found on forums where they discuss various childhood diseases. At the same time, many mothers say that they use this drug in the treatment of pediatric diathesis, atopic dermatitis. It is also reported that this cream is often prescribed for very young patients. Although some parents doubt the correctness of the appointment of therapy, but the effectiveness of this tool is manifested in a fairly short time.
In addition, the network can be found many comparisons of this drug with other drugs. However, reviews of the Momate ointment show that most patients have made their choice and, if necessary, use this remedy.
Some users are interested in whether this ointment is hormonal or not, as often patients refuse treatment with any hormonal drugs, considering them especially harmful to health.
It should be noted that psoriasis or atopic dermatitis are systemic diseases. Therefore, competent therapy should be aimed not only at suppressing symptoms, but also the condition of the whole organism.
It is not always possible to restore the health of such patients completely, but one can successfully monitor the general condition. Therefore, in addition to the use of hormonal ointments like Momate, it is necessary to carry out other procedures that can affect the course of the disease - follow the diet, avoid allergens, normalize metabolism and so on.