Diathesis, psoriasis, eczema ... Those who are familiar with such problems are well aware of how difficult it is to find the right treatment. It is advisable to approach the treatment comprehensively, adhering to a special diet and using the prescribed remedies. Sometimes the advice of those who have already undergone such treatment, or reviews, can help. "Elokom" is just that "magic" means, the name of which is transmitted from one to another.
Structure
The drug "Elokom" can be purchased at any pharmacy, without a doctor’s prescription. It is available in the form of ointment, cream or lotion. The active substance, mometasone furoate, is contained in an amount of 1 mg per 1 g (ml) of the drug, regardless of the form of release. The lotion is the most economical, in second place is the cream, as it has a lighter texture, and closes the list of ointment. The most reliable reviews "Elokom" receives from those to whom he was appointed an experienced doctor.
Drug action
This is a hormonal remedy, which once again emphasizes the importance of consulting a doctor. It effectively relieves itching and inflammation, which is very important for any allergic reaction, accelerates wound healing, reduces blood and pus secretion.
Fast relief generates rave reviews. "Elok" is called the best tool and is recommended to all friends, forgetting that it has contraindications and side effects.
Indications for use
The drug is effective in various skin diseases. Most often it is prescribed in the following cases:
- Psoriasis, a chronic disease that is difficult to treat, sometimes patients despair, because the symptoms return again and again. Quick positive effect gives cream "Elokom". Reviews speak about the convenience of using this tool, it is enough to apply it to the skin 1 time per day.
- Atopic dermatitis. An allergic disease in which the rashes can have a completely different character and localization (on the trunk, limbs or face). Often this problem appears in childhood, from about 6 months. Treatment usually begins with other drugs, but with a serious exacerbation, Elok is prescribed (ointment). Reviews for children to choose the right therapy will not help, a competent pediatrician is needed.
- A variety of eczema. A topical preparation cannot cure this disease, but it effectively relieves itching (if present). Therefore, with this disease, the drug "Elokom" is more often Patients advertise with each other than doctors prescribe.
- Lupus erythematosus is a serious skin disease. Even as a result of effective therapy, white scars remain in the affected areas. Of all the known funds received good reviews by Elokom. It reduces the duration of therapy to three weeks. These data are confirmed by dermatologists.
- Insect bites usually do not require treatment. But if the individual allergic reaction of the body to poison is such that severe swelling develops, then it is worth carrying a tube of cream. One application to the bite site is enough.
Drug dosage
For all allergic reactions and chronic skin diseases, local application of the drug is prescribed once a day. The duration of use is determined by the doctor, based on the anamnesis. An exception can be considered lupus erythematosus, it is recommended to apply the drug up to three times a day.
The drug in the practice of pediatricians
The contraindications indicate that you can not appoint persons under two years of age. But the experience of doctors shows that in exceptional cases it can be used in minimal doses (mixing 50/50 with baby cream). It is highly not recommended to use the drug for the treatment of diaper rash, under the diaper. The presence of a pressure dressing accelerates penetration into the body. It is better to use the famous Bepanten cream. We must not forget about the side effects that children manifest faster. Prolonged use of hormonal drugs can lead to impaired growth and development.
Appointment of lotion "Elokom" for babies gives good results. Parents' reviews in this case indicate a rapid decrease in itching and redness, but if the causes of the allergy are not clarified, then a relapse will soon follow. Therefore, before undergoing examination by a pediatrician and allergist, you should not use it yourself, it is better to give the child a safer Fenistil.
Side effects
Since this is a topical preparation, side effects are mainly manifested at this level: irritation, burning and inflammation, blanching or redness of the skin at the site of application, violation of the skin (the skin softens, as if it had been in warm water for a long time). Any inflammation can contribute to the attachment of a bacterial or viral infection. In most patients using this drug, reviews do not contain information about side effects. Statistics show that their insignificant manifestations occur in one patient out of 20.
If we talk about long-term hormonal therapy with the application of drugs on a large area of the body, then side effects can be more serious. As in the case of the use of hormonal drugs in tablets and injections, adrenal insufficiency may develop . Of course, this is the extreme stage when, against the background of hormone production disorders, Kushigin's syndrome develops with its grave consequences in the form of obesity, muscle atrophy, and osteoporosis. But you should be aware of this.
Contraindications
- Application of the drug near the mucous membranes, mouth or eyes, as well as in general on the skin of the face. The exception is only lupus erythematosus. Sometimes, pediatricians prescribe this product for facial skin in a minimal amount, diluting it with other lotions and creams.
- It is also not recommended to treat youth acne with this tool. Despite the apparent relief, soon after the withdrawal the situation worsens again. A constant use of hormonal drugs will lead to an atrophic reaction of the skin cells of the face (at least loss of sensitivity).
- Skin manifestations of diseases such as herpes, chickenpox, tuberculosis and syphilis.
- A natural reaction to the administration of a vaccine or other medication (local redness and swelling).
Despite the fear of expectant mothers before hormone therapy, the drug “Elokom” is not contraindicated during pregnancy. Reviews Doctors say that during the period of bearing a child all skin diseases worsen. If this harms the state of the mother (poor sleep, nervousness), then the doctor may prescribe the drug for a minimum period sufficient to achieve a positive result.
Whether the drug is excreted in human milk is unknown; no studies have been conducted in this area. Therefore, it is not recommended to use during lactation "Elokom". Instructions, reviews do not contain information regarding harm to the child.
Analogues of the drug
Absolutely identical in composition is the ointment "Uniderm". The only difference will be the cost, so you can buy any of the Elokom line of drugs at a price of about 400 r. Ointment "Uniderm" costs 150 p. Other analogues are “Momat” - 175 rubles, and “Avecort” - 190 rubles.
special instructions
- Do not use the drug on your own. Throughout the treatment, your condition should be monitored by a doctor. Check out the list of side effects and tell your doctor about any recorded change. Only an experienced specialist can timely correct the therapeutic process. This should be remembered when acquiring Elok ointment. Instructions, reviews are only for reference, but on the basis of them you can not decide whether this tool is suitable for you.
- Avoid getting the drug on the mucous membranes.
- Like any hormonal drug, the drug "Elokom" has a withdrawal syndrome. This manifests itself after prolonged treatment in the form of redness at the site of application of the product. Therefore, after the course taken, it is necessary to gradually reduce the dosage to a minimum before removing completely.
The high therapeutic effectiveness of the drug "Elokom" in the treatment of dermatological patients is proved. Indisputable advantages are good portability and usability. Most patients report positive results after its use. Negative reviews may be associated with individual intolerance or uncontrolled use of the drug.