Index
It is a synthetic corticosteroid of medium potency with antipruritic, vasoconstrictive and anti-inflammatory properties.
Its base component is mometasone furoate .
Studies in asthmatic patients have shown that mometasone provides a good proportion of systemic, topical activity due to its primary local effect, extensive hepatic metabolism, and lack of active metabolites.
Although effective for the treatment of asthma, glucocorticoids do not affect the symptoms of asthma immediately.
After the oral administration of mometasone furoate, the maximum symptom improvement may not be achieved for 1 to 2 weeks or more after starting treatment.
When glucocorticoids are suspended, asthma stability may persist for several days or more.
Interactions
There may be an interaction between telecom and any of the following medications:
- Aldesleukin.
- Deferasirox.
- Hyaluronidase.
- Itraconazole.
- Ritonavir.
- Telaprevir.
Other topical medications have irritant effects: retinoic acid and salicylic acid.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the abovementioned medicines.
Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may recommend:
- That any of the medications be replaced.
- Stop taking any of the medicines.
- Leave everything like this.
- It modifies the way to handle both or only one of the medicines.
Stop taking any medication is not always the measure to take when there is an interaction between medicines.
Check with your doctor if you do not know how to manage or control drug interactions.
Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medication or supplement with or without a prescription (naturopathic medicines included).
You should inform your doctor if you use illegal drugs, nicotine, cigarettes, and caffeine, as these are elements that can affect the action of multiple medications.
Mechanism of action of telecom
Unbound corticosteroids cross cell membranes and bind with high affinity to specific cytoplasmic receptors.
Inflammation decreases with decreased release of leukocyte acid hydrolases, accumulation of macrophages in inflamed sites, interference with leukocyte adhesion to the capillary wall, reduction of capillary membrane permeability, inhibition of histamine release and quinine, and interference with the formation of scar tissue.
It is believed that the anti-inflammatory actions of corticosteroids include phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins and lipocortins, which control the biosynthesis of potent mediators of inflammation, such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
It has been shown that telecom furoate exhibits in vitro a binding affinity for the human glucocorticoid receptor that is approximately 12 times that of dexamethasone and seven times that of triamcinolone acetonide, five times that of budesonide, and 1.5 times that of budesonide. that of fluticasone.
Presentations
Cream:
Each gram of cream, uniform white to cream, contains 1 mg of mometasone furoate.
Non-medicinal ingredients: aluminum starch octenyl succinate, ceteareth-20, hexylene glycol, phosphoric acid to adjust the pH, propylene glycol stearate, purified water, stearyl alcohol, titanium dioxide, white petrolatum, and white wax.
Lotion:
Each gram of lotion contains mometasone furoate 1 mg.
Non-medicinal ingredients: hydroxypropyl cellulose, isopropyl alcohol, phosphoric acid to adjust the pH, propylene glycol, purified water, and sodium phosphate monobasic monohydrate.
Ointment:
Each gram of ointment contains mometasone furoate 1 mg.
Non-medicinal ingredients: hexylene glycol, phosphoric acid to adjust the pH, propylene glycol stearate, purified water, white petrolatum, and white wax.
If, after two weeks, your condition does not improve or gets worse, let your doctor know.
Application
Cream / ointment:
Apply a thin layer to the affected areas of the skin once a day.
Lotion:
Apply a few drops of the lotion to the affected areas of the skin (including the scalp sites) once a day.
Massage gently and thoroughly until the medication disappears.
Do not allow this product to come in contact with your eyes. Severe irritation is possible if it comes in connection with the look.
Rinse the eye with a large amount of water if this occurs.
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, do not use an occlusive dressing (made of airtight material) to cover the areas where this medication has been applied.
Elcom should be used for a maximum of 5 days on the face, scalp, areas of skin crease, and groin; It should be used for a maximum of 3 weeks in the body.
Bodyweight, other medical conditions, and other medications can affect the dose of medicine a person needs.
It would help if you did not change how you take your medication unless your doctor has recommended a different dose than the ones detailed.
In the case of forgetfulness of a dose, take it as soon as you remember; if the time of your following dose approaches, continue with your regular schedule and do not take a double amount.
If you are unsure what to do after skipping a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Side effects of telecom
It may cause burning, itching, or stinging when you apply for this medicine, but usually, it only lasts a short time.
If any of the effects above worsen or persist, notify your doctor immediately.
Some very severe side effects that can occur with the use of Elocom include stretch marks, thinning and discoloration of the skin, acne, lumps in the hair ( folliculitis ), severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing.
It is scarce that this drug is absorbed into the bloodstream after being placed on the skin; if this happens, it can cause side effects due to the excess corticosteroid in the system.
These symptoms are more likely to appear in children or people who use this medication for an extended period.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- Unusual and extreme tiredness
- Weight loss
- Headache
- Swelling of the ankles and feet
- Increased thirst and urination
- Vision problems
Contact your doctor if symptoms or effects not listed above appear.
Precautions
If you are allergic to any medicine component or suffer from any allergy, inform your doctor before using Elocon.
Elcom can cause allergic reactions or other problems due to its inactive components. If you have any doubts, ask your doctor for more details.
Tell your doctor if you have had circulation problems, poor blood circulation, diabetes, or immune system problems.
Corticosteroids can worsen skin infections and make them harder to treat. Tell your doctor if you have a skin infection so it can be treated.
Rarely, using corticosteroid medications over a prolonged period or in large areas of the skin can make it difficult for your body to respond to physical stress.
Tell your doctor that you have used this medicine for the past few months or are using it before surgery, emergency treatment, or if you have a severe illness or infection.
This medication can slow down a child’s growth if it is used for an extended period, although it is an uncommon effect.
Elcom should only be used when strictly necessary during pregnancy.
Before breastfeeding, consult your doctor.
Warnings
These factors can affect the way you should use this medicine:
Diabetes:
When used in large body areas for prolonged periods or under dressings that do not breathe, enough may be absorbed into the bloodstream to affect blood sugar levels.
If you have diabetes, your doctor should monitor your health using telecom, as it can affect your blood sugar control.
Eyes:
Use this medication with caution in injuries close to the eye.
The entry of medication into the eye may increase the risk of increased eye pressure, glaucoma, or cataracts. Report any change in vision or eye pain to your doctor.
Infections:
You may experience an infection in the treated area while using a topical corticosteroid (applied to the skin).
Contact your doctor if you notice skin infection symptoms such as redness, warmth, itching, pus, or swelling.
Internal absorption:
The absorption of topical corticosteroids will increase if large areas are treated or you wear dressings that do not breathe.
If you need to use the medication this way, talk with your doctor about the precautions you should take. This is especially important for babies and children.
Medical treatment:
Inform medical professionals that you have been using topical corticosteroids (applied to the skin).
Bad circulation:
If you have poor blood circulation, talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of using this medication.
Prolonged use:
Using medications with topical corticosteroids for a prolonged period can cause the skin to thin, soften or cause stretch marks.
Before using mometasone, ask your doctor how long you should put it.
Pregnancy:
Unless the benefits of this medication outweigh the risks, you must stop using them.
Contact your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or suspect you are pregnant while using this medication.
Lactation:
Because it is unknown if Elocon leaks into breast milk and you are a nursing mother, you should be aware that this medication may affect your baby.
Before breastfeeding, I asked your doctor if you should breastfeed or stop using the product.
Children:
Children may be more likely to experience the side effects of this medication.
The risk of side effects increases when treating large bodily areas when the treatment lasts a long time, and when bandages are used that do not breathe.
In these situations, side effects similar to those caused by oral corticosteroids may occur (for example, suppression of growth).
Elcom is not recommended for children under 18 years of age.
