Emcort 0.1% Ointment

Emcort 0.1% Ointment is a prescription topical medicine containing mometasone 0.1% in each tube, supplied by East West Pharmaceuticals. It belongs to the corticosteroid class and is used on the skin to help reduce redness, swelling, itching, and irritation from inflammatory skin conditions. Because it is an ointment, Emcort 0.1% Ointment has a greasy, occlusive base that can be helpful for dry, thick, or scaly areas. It is not a cure for the underlying condition, but it can improve flare symptoms when used exactly as directed.

How it works: Mometasone works by calming the skin’s inflammatory response, which helps lower redness, itching, and swelling. The ointment base also helps the medicine stay on the skin longer and can soften very dry or thickened patches.

Emcort 0.1% Ointment is the 0.1% strength, which is a medium-potency topical steroid formulation that a doctor may choose when a skin flare needs more targeted anti-inflammatory treatment than a lighter product can provide. Since there are no sibling strengths or forms listed here, this ointment should be understood as a prescription-only mometasone product that fits doctor-directed dosing for short-term skin use.

• Atopic dermatitis
• Eczema flares
• Psoriasis plaques
• Contact dermatitis
• Itchy, inflamed skin
• Steroid-responsive skin irritation

• Use only on the skin; do not take Emcort 0.1% Ointment by mouth.
• Apply a thin film to the affected area only, exactly as prescribed.
• Wash and dry your hands before and after applying, unless the hands are the treated area.
• Avoid getting the ointment in the eyes, mouth, nose, or on broken skin unless your prescriber told you to.
• Do not cover the area with airtight bandages or wraps unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
• Use it for the shortest time needed to control the flare, then stop or step down as instructed by your clinician.

Emcort 0.1% Ointment provides mometasone 0.1% in an ointment base, so each application delivers a topical corticosteroid designed for skin inflammation. The doctor decides how often to apply it; for many prescriptions it is used once daily, but the exact schedule and treatment length depend on the condition, the area being treated, and the patient’s response. Do not apply more often or use more than prescribed, since stronger or more frequent use can raise the risk of 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
• Dryness or peeling of the skin
• Redness at the application site
• Thinning of the skin with repeated use
• Folliculitis or small pimples
• Oily or greasy feel from the ointment base

• Use only on skin and only where your doctor told you to apply it.
• Do not use on the face, groin, or underarms for long periods unless specifically directed, because skin thinning is more likely.
• Avoid using on large body areas, under occlusive dressings, or for long periods, since topical steroid absorption can increase.
• Tell your clinician if you have a skin infection, because steroids can mask or worsen untreated infections.
• Use extra caution in children, who may absorb topical steroids more readily and be more sensitive to side effects.
• Do not use it if you have had an allergic reaction to mometasone or any ointment ingredient.
• If pregnancy or breastfeeding applies, ask your prescriber before use, especially for prolonged or widespread application.

• Other topical steroids or steroid-containing creams used on the same area
• Occlusive dressings, plastic wrap, or tight bandages that can increase absorption
• Other skin medicines that irritate or dry the skin, which may increase discomfort
• Medicines or conditions that suppress the immune system, which can make skin infections harder to notice

Store Emcort 0.1% Ointment at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep it away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.