Elocon 0.1% Ointment 30 g

Elocon 0.1% Ointment 30 g is a prescription topical steroid that contains mometasone furoate 0.1% in each 30 g tube. It belongs to the corticosteroid class and is used to help reduce redness, itching, and swelling from certain skin conditions. This ointment is commonly prescribed for inflammatory skin problems such as eczema and dermatitis when a doctor wants a greasy, protective ointment base. The 30 g tube is a larger supply of the same medicine, which can be useful when the treated area is larger or treatment is expected to continue for more than a few days.

How it works: Mometasone calms the skin’s immune response, which helps decrease inflammation, itching, and redness. In ointment form, it also helps lock in moisture on dry skin, which can make irritated patches feel less tight and less flaky.

Elocon 0.1% Ointment 30 g is the same active strength as Elocon 0.1% Ointment 10 g; the difference is the tube size, not the medicine strength. This ointment form is often chosen for dry, thick, or scaly skin because it stays on the skin longer and feels more occlusive than a cream or lighter lotion. A doctor may select this higher-supply pack when the patient needs enough ointment for a full treatment course or for repeated use on a limited area.

• Eczema
• Atopic dermatitis
• Contact dermatitis
• Psoriasis plaques on thicker skin
• Inflammatory itchy rashes as prescribed by a doctor

• Use only on the skin; do not take Elocon 0.1% Ointment by mouth.
• Apply a thin film to the affected area exactly as prescribed.
• Wash and dry your hands before and after applying, unless you are treating the hands.
• Do not cover with a tight bandage unless your doctor tells you to; covering can increase absorption.
• Avoid getting the ointment in the eyes, inside the nose, mouth, or on broken skin unless instructed.
• Use the smallest amount needed for the shortest time your doctor recommends.

Each tube of Elocon 0.1% Ointment 30 g contains mometasone furoate 0.1%, which is a medium-to-strong topical corticosteroid preparation used for short-term treatment under medical supervision. How often it is applied and for how long depends on the condition, the body area, and the patient’s age; the doctor decides the exact schedule. Do not use more often or longer than prescribed, because overuse can increase local and systemic steroid side effects.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Mometasone may include:

• Burning or stinging where applied
• Itching or irritation at the application site
• Dryness or redness of the skin
• Mild rash or peeling
• Thinning of the skin with repeated or prolonged use, especially on sensitive areas
• Folliculitis or small acne-like bumps

• Use cautiously on the face, groin, underarms, and other thin-skin areas because the risk of skin thinning is higher.
• Do not use on untreated skin infections, open wounds, or weeping lesions unless your doctor specifically instructs you to.
• Children may absorb more steroid through the skin, so extra care is needed with this 0.1% ointment.
• Do not use large amounts or cover with airtight dressings unless directed, since this can increase absorption.
• Avoid using for longer than prescribed, especially with a higher-supply 30 g tube that may last longer than the treatment course.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of steroid-sensitive skin problems.
• Stop and contact a clinician if the rash worsens or does not improve as expected.

• Other topical corticosteroids applied to the same area
• Skin products that irritate or dry the skin, such as harsh acne products or alcohol-heavy cleansers
• Occlusive dressings or wraps that increase absorption
• Medicines that also suppress the immune system, which may raise infection risk if the skin is not monitored

Store Elocon 0.1% Ointment 30 g at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight, and keep the tube tightly closed.