₨ 103.00
MBBS
ZAMETASONE 0.1% Lotion 20ml
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Mometasone (Furoate):0.1%w/v
- Manufactured by : Biogen Pharma
- Drug Strength : 0.1%w/v
- Drug Form : Lotion
- Pack Size : 20ml
- Product SKU : dis_25928
Mometasone (Furoate):0.1%w/v | Corticosteroids plain
Alternate brands of ZAMETASONE 0.1% Lotion 20ml
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Biogen Product Form : LotionPack Size : 20mlIngredients : Mometasone (Furoate):0.1%w/vGeneric Category : Corticosteroids plain
How it works
ZAMETASONE 0.1% Lotion 20ml works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ZAMETASONE 0.1% Lotion 20ml
- Headache
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
- Swelling of nose, throat, and sinuses
- Bone and joint pain
- Bleeding and irritation of nose
- Painful white patches in the mouth
- Nausea or Vomiting
- Fever or chills
- Abnormal and/or painful menstruation
- Heartburn
- Acne
- Burning, itching, and irritation of the skin
- Change in color and texture of the skin
- Severe difficulty in breathing severe
- Visual disturbances
Uses of ZAMETASONE 0.1% Lotion 20ml
What is it prescribed for?
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Allergic rhinitis
This medicine is used to treat the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Symptoms may include runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing etc.
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Nasal polyps
This medicine is used to treat the symptoms of nasal polyps (swelling of the lining of nasal passage and sinuses).
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Asthma prophylaxis
This medicine is used for the prevention of symptoms associated with asthma (caused due to swelling and irritation of the airways leading to the lung). Symptoms may include breathing difficulty, coughing, and tightness of the chest.
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Allergic skin conditions
This medicine is also used to treat the symptoms of allergic skin conditions like dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis etc.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 8-14 days of administration upon inhalation. This time is subject to vary based on the form and route of administration of the medicine.
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Duration of Effect
The time duration for which this medicine remains effective is subject to vary depending on the form and route of administration.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use by pregnant women unless absolutely necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks before using this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
Use of this medicine while breastfeeding is not recommended. However, if it absolutely necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to ZAMETASONE 0.1% Lotion 20ml or any medicine belonging to the steroid category.
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Recent nasal surgery
This medicine is not recommended for use if you had a recent nasal surgery. Any incidence of serious nose injury or ulcer of the septum (wall dividing the nostrils) should also be reported to the doctor.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use by pregnant women unless absolutely necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks before using this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
Use of this medicine while breastfeeding is not recommended. However, if it absolutely necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Defect in vision
Use of this medicine has been sometimes associated with an increase in intraocular pressure and may cause glaucoma or formation of cataract. It should be very carefully administered in patients who have a disease of the eye.
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Recurrence of infections
Use of this medicine can cause a relapse of fungal or bacterial infections in patients who have recently recovered from it. It is advised to conduct suitable diagnostic tests before starting the treatment with this medicine. Special precaution is advised while administering this medicine in a patient who has recently recovered from tuberculosis.
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Immunization procedure
Immunization procedures involving the injection of a live and weakened pathogen should be avoided while taking this medicine. Alternate means of immunization not involving a live strain of a microorganism could be considered.
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Growth disorders in children
This medicine should be used with caution in pediatric patients as the risk of growth abnormalities, brittle bones, and other developmental problems are significantly high.
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Allergic reactions
This medicine has the potential of causing moderate to a severe allergic reaction in the body. Any instance indicative of allergic reactions should be reported to the doctor in the first instance.
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Adrenal gland suppression
Use of this medicine can cause suppression of adrenal glands. It should be used with caution in patients suffering from a disorder of the adrenal glands.
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Change in libido
Long-term use of this medicine may cause a loss of interest in sex and may even cause impotency. It may cause menstrual problems in women.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Skip the missed dose and continue with the next regular dose as per schedule. Contact your doctor if you have missed more than one scheduled dose of this medicine.Skip the missed dose and continue with the next regular dose as per schedule. Contact your doctor if you have missed more than one scheduled dose of this medicine.
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Overdose
Contact your doctor if you have used too much of this medicine. Symptoms of a long-term exposure to high dose of this medicine may include thinning of the skin, easy bruising, body fat deposits, increased acne or facial hair etc.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Ketoconazole moderate
- Azithromycin moderate
- Indinavir moderate
- Boceprevir moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a high level of cortisol, an adrenal hormone, in the body for prolonged duration of time. Special precaution is advised while using the nasal and oral form of the medicine.
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moderate
The nasal and oral forms of this medicine should be used with caution in patients with an active infection or a history infection of the lung, blood, head or other organs. Use of this medicine may weaken the immune system and cause opportunistic infections.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution if the patient is suffering from an eye infection caused by herpes simplex virus.
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moderate
The use of this medicine has been associated with reduced bone density and body calcium levels. Hence, it should be used with caution in patients with osteoporosis.
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General Instructions
Take this medicine as instructed by the doctor. Your dosage timings, forms, duration and other attributes are subject to vary depending on the condition and hence adherence to the instruction is necessary to ensure safe and effective use of this medicine.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Mometasone [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a687014.html [cited 30/7/2020]. 2020
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