Eloc cream 0.1% is available in tubes and is intended for external use in case of inflammation of the skin. This drug has antiexudative, local anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effects.
The main active ingredient that is part of this drug is mometasone furoate, excipients - phosphoric acid, cetyl stearyl ether, titanium dioxide, stearic alcohol, white wax, aluminum octenyl succinate, which is obtained from starch, purified water and white petrolatum.
Eloc cream is prescribed in the presence of inflammatory reactions, as well as with the appearance of itching during dermatosis, if they respond to corticosteroids therapy. The penetration of this drug through the skin is negligible.
The use of this medication helps to induce the release of lipocortins, which control the biosynthesis of prostaglandins and leukotrienes. Inhibition of the release of their common precursor, which is arachidonic acid, occurs.
Elokom - instructions for use
At the moment, the effect of mometasone furoate on pregnant and lactating mothers has not been studied. Due to the fact that corticosteroids freely pass through the placental barrier, do not use Elokom cream for a long time, especially in large doses, as this can negatively affect the development of the fetus.
It should be noted that corticosteroids are excreted in milk, therefore, with prolonged treatment with this drug, you must abandon breastfeeding.
Cream Elokom - contraindications
It is not recommended to use the specified drug for people who have the following diseases:
- perioral dermatitis and rosacea ;
- fungal infection of the skin, as well as bacterial or viral (e.g. chickenpox);
- the presence of syphilis or tuberculosis;
- the drug is not prescribed for children under 2 years of age, pregnant women, if necessary, treatment of large areas of the skin, as well as during lactation;
- in the presence of hypersensitivity to the constituent components of this drug.
It is necessary to apply Eloc cream very carefully in the face and on the intriginous skin. The use of occlusive dressings should be avoided . You should not use the drug on large areas of the skin, especially in young children, without consulting a doctor.
Possible side effects after applying Elokom cream
If you apply the drug to large areas of the body, apply occlusive dressings, then diseases such as adrenal insufficiency and Cushing's syndrome can occur.
The use of this product can sometimes cause itching, burning sensation, irritation and dry skin. Acne may occur, perioral dermatitis, hypertrichosis, pigmentation, allergic contact dermatitis.
In cases of an overdose of the drug, which will be expressed in the inhibition of the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal system, including secondary adrenal insufficiency, symptomatic treatment and cancellation of taking this medication are carried out. If prolonged treatment is carried out, then the withdrawal is carried out gradually. Long-term use of Elokom cream, and then a sudden cessation, can cause a "rebound" syndrome, which will be expressed as dermatitis, redness and burning of the skin, so in such cases the treatment is stopped gradually.
Dosage and recommended doses
As already mentioned, the cream is applied only externally and applied to the affected areas once a day. The period of treatment depends on its effectiveness and tolerability of the drug by the patient, as well as the presence or absence of side effects.
It is especially necessary to be careful not to get the cream in your eyes, as severe irritation and burning can occur. If side effects are detected, it is necessary to stop the use of the indicated drug and prescribe the appropriate treatment. It should also be remembered that corticosteroids in some people can slow the healing of wounds.