Momate F Tube Of 10gm Cream

Momate-F cream is a combination medicine containing mometasone, which is a steroid and ausidic acid, an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of skin infections associated with swelling where bacterial infection is present or can occur. It works by decreasing the formation and action of chemicals responsible for the swelling and redness of the skin.

It also works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Burning, thinning, itching or irritation at the site of application may be seen as side effects of this medicine. If side effects bother you or your condition doesn't improve after using this medicine, contact your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

• As this Momate-F cream is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
• If you have applied extra quantities of it, wipe the out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed applying Momate-F cream, apply it as soon as possible. Do not over-apply this medicine to compensate for the missed application.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Mometasone is a topical steroid which decreases inflammation thus reduces redness, scaling and itching associated with it.
• Fusidic acid is an antibiotic which stops growth and multiplication of bacteria. This results in the death of bacteria.

Directions for Use

• Use Momate-F cream as directed by your doctor.
• For external use only, apply it on a healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.
• Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
• In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Momate-F cream during pregnancy?

Limited information is available on the use of Momate-F cream in human pregnancy and its safety is not established in pregnancy. Use in pregnancy is not recommended.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Momate-F cream while breastfeeding?

Momate-F cream is to be applied on topical surfaces and the quantities which might get absorbed from the skin is too little and there are rare chances of absorption. It should not be applied to the breast of breastfeeding mothers or elsewhere on large areas of skin or for a prolonged period.

Driving

Can I drive if I have applied Momate-F cream?

Momate-F cream does not hamper your driving abilities.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Momate-F cream?

Alcohol is not known to interact with this medicine. However, if you consume alcohol too often, discuss it with your doctor.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are allergic to steroid medicine.
• You have diabetes or any liver disease.
• You have eye diseases such as cataract or glaucoma.
• You have chickenpox or measles or your skin is thin.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to Mometasone and Fusidic acid or any of the other ingredients of Momate-F cream.

Side effects

Burning, thinning, itching or irritation at the site of application.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of medicines used in psoriasis such as anthralin should be avoided, as this will increase symptoms of psoriasis. Therefore, stop applying this medicine 1 week before starting using anthralin medicine.
• Since Momate-F cream is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.

Storage and disposal

Store at temperature below 25°c, in a cool and dry place. Do not freeze. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Momate-F cream used for?

Momate-F cream used for the treatment of skin disease associated with swelling where bacterial infection is present or can occur.

Can Momate-F cream be used in babies?

Momate-F cream should not be used in babies and in children below 12 years of age as safety and effectiveness of using this medicine in this age group is not established.

Can Momate-F cream be used in burns?

Momate-F cream should not be used in burns, as using it in burns increases chances of infection and increases absorption of medicine in the body.

Can Momate-F cream be used for pimples?

Momate-F cream should not be used for the treatment of pimples as using this medicine for pimples causes new pimples to occur, sun allergy, thinning of the skin, etc.