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Momefur 0.1% Cream

Manufactured byAdips Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsMometasone
Description
Momefur 0.1% Cream is a topical medicine (to be applied externally) that helps to reduce redness and itching caused by certain skin conditions. This includes psoriasis (a condition in which skin cells build up and form scales, and dry, itchy patches), eczema (a skin condition that makes the skin dry, itchy and sometimes cause red, scaly rashes) and dermatitis (skin irritation caused due to allergens). Momefur 0.1% Cream works by blocking the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that causes redness, swelling and itching. Momefur 0.1% Cream may cause some side effects like burning, irritation, itching and redness at the site of application. However, these side effects are temporary and resolve with time. Before you start using this cream, perform a patch test by applying it to a small area on your skin to know how your skin will react to Momefur 0.1% Cream. Discontinue the use if you experience excessive itching or swelling. Momefur 0.1% Cream is recommended for external use only. Clean your hands and the affected area properly before applying this medication. To see the effects of this medicine, use it regularly as advised by your doctor. If you do not notice any change in your skin condition, consult your doctor for further guidance. Momefur 0.1% Cream can interact with other medications, inform your doctor if you are using any other externally applied medicines for the same or other conditions. Mothers who breastfeed should make sure to prevent the contact of this medicine with their infant. This medicine is usually safe to use in pregnancy. However, it is advised to consult your doctor before using it.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Momefur 0.1% Cream

  • Burning sensation
  • Itching
  • Thinning of skin
  • Increased hair growth
  • Acne

Uses of Momefur 0.1% Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Steroid responsive skin conditions
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Momefur 0.1% Cream to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Momefur 0.1% Cream remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendencies were reported for Momefur 0.1% Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Momefur 0.1% Cream is not recommended to be used in pregnancy. However, consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Momefur 0.1% Cream is not known to be harmful in women who breastfeed. However, topical application to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in your infant. Do not breastfeed if you have applied the medication around the nipples.

Allergy

Do not use Momefur 0.1% Cream if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, burning sensation, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Momefur 0.1% Cream is not recommended to be used in pregnancy. However, consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Momefur 0.1% Cream is not known to be harmful in women who breastfeed. However, topical application to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in your infant. Do not breastfeed if you have applied the medication around the nipples.
General warnings

External use only

Momefur 0.1% Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.

Use in children

Momefur 0.1% Cream is not recommended in children less than 2 years of age as the safety and efficacy for this age group is not clinically established.

Other medicines

Momefur 0.1% Cream may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Cushing's syndrome

Cushing's syndrome is a disorder in which the body makes too much of a hormone called cortisol. Prolonged use of Momefur 0.1% Cream can cause Cushing's syndrome. If you experience symptoms like swelling of your face, an increase in blood glucose levels, etc, consult your doctor immediately.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Momefur 0.1% Cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Momefur 0.1% Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large volumes. However, ingestion of this medicine may affect you and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Antidiabetic medicines

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply a thin layer of Momefur 0.1% Cream to the affected areas of the skin as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or resolve in a few weeks. Avoid using it for more than the prescribed duration.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Momefur 0.1% Cream works by binding to the receptors and stops the release of chemical substances that cause inflammation. This results in a reduction of symptoms.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Topical steroids

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Dec 2021

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