Elocon 5 mL Lotion

Elocon 5 mL Lotion is a topical prescription medicine that contains mometasone, a corticosteroid used to calm inflammation and itching on the skin. Each tube provides 5 mL of lotion, and it is applied directly to affected areas rather than taken by mouth. As a corticosteroid lotion, Elocon 5 mL Lotion is used for steroid-responsive skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, and other inflammatory rashes. It helps reduce redness, swelling, and itching when used as directed by a clinician.

How it works: Mometasone works by lowering the skin’s immune response, which reduces redness, swelling, and itching. In lotion form, it spreads thinly over the affected skin so the medicine can act where inflammation is present.

Elocon 5 mL Lotion is a smaller-volume lotion presentation, so it is best suited for localized skin areas or short courses where a doctor wants targeted treatment. Compared with thicker creams or ointments, this lotion spreads easily and can feel lighter on hairy or large skin areas, which may make it more comfortable for scalp or other hard-to-cover spots. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand here, the key point is that this 5 mL lotion is meant for careful, doctor-directed use on the skin.

• Eczema
• Dermatitis
• Inflammatory itchy rashes
• Topical corticosteroid treatment for steroid-responsive skin conditions

• Use only on the skin as prescribed; do not swallow Elocon 5 mL Lotion.
• Apply a thin layer to the affected area and rub in gently.
• Wash and dry your hands before and after use, unless the hands are being treated.
• Avoid getting the lotion in the eyes, mouth, nose, or inside the vagina.
• Do not cover the treated area with tight bandages or dressings unless your doctor tells you to.
• If you miss a dose, apply it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next application.

Each tube of Elocon 5 mL Lotion contains 5 mL of lotion for topical use, not an oral dose. The doctor decides how often to apply it, commonly once daily for mometasone lotion, and how long to continue treatment based on the skin condition and the area being treated. Do not use more often or for longer than prescribed, because topical steroid overuse can increase 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 at the application site
• Itching or irritation
• Dry skin
• Redness
• Mild rash
• Skin thinning with repeated or prolonged use, which may be more likely if overused

• Use only on skin that a doctor has checked; do not use for self-diagnosed rashes that may be infected.
• Do not use on the face, groin, or underarms unless your prescriber specifically tells you to.
• Avoid prolonged use, large surface areas, or occlusive dressings because steroid absorption can increase.
• Tell your doctor if you have thinning skin, diabetes, or a history of steroid side effects.
• Use caution in children because they can absorb topical steroids more easily than adults.
• Do not apply to untreated bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infections unless directed along with appropriate treatment.
• If the lotion irritates your eyes or nearby skin, rinse well and contact your clinician.

• Other topical corticosteroids
• Prescription or over-the-counter skin products that can irritate, such as harsh acne treatments or exfoliants
• Medicines that weaken the immune system, which may raise infection concerns if used on infected skin
• Other medicines applied to the same area unless your doctor says they can be combined

Store Elocon 5 mL Lotion at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture, and keep the tube tightly closed.