Metacort 0.1% Cream

Making informed decisions about your health is essential. This page offers a detailed look at Metacort 0.1% Cream, providing you with the facts about its therapeutic uses, recommended dosage, potential side effects, drug interactions, and other vital information. Use this knowledge to have meaningful conversations with your healthcare provider about Metacort 0.1% Cream and your treatment options.

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MRP: ₹ 95
Packing: 10.0 gm in 1 tube
Salt Combination: Mometasone (0.1%)
Brand: Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Uses: Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching

Description

Metacort 0.1% Cream is a steroid that is used to treat certain skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and rash
It helps reduce symptoms like swelling, itching, and redness
You should always use Metacort 0.1% 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 Metacort 0.1% Cream 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.Metacort 0.1% Cream has a few potential side effects but not everyone will get them
These include inflammation and infection of hair follicle and burning, stinging, and itching senstation at the time of application
Let your doctor know in case you re worried or bothered by these side effects.
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.

Cautions

Liver:	No interaction found/established
Kidney:	No interaction found/established
Driving:	No interaction found/established
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Metacort 0.1% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Metacort 0.1% 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.
Alcohol:	No interaction found/established
Drug Action:	Glucocorticoids
Therapeutic class:	DERMA
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives

Uses

Uses of Metacort 0.1% Cream

In Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching Metacort 0.1% Cream belongs to a group of medicines called topical corticosteroids
It is effective in treating skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis
It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin
When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment
In treating psoriasis, it reduces the scaly, itchy patches which may develop on the elbows, knees, scalp and other parts of the body
In treating eczema and dermatitis, it reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant
It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes
You should use always use the cream or ointment as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to
Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Metacort 0.1% 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.

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