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Emcort Cream

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East West Pharma

Salt Composition

Mometasone (0.1% w/w)

Overview Emcort Cream

CortEm cream, a topical steroid, effectively manages various skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and rashes, alleviating symptoms such as inflammation, itching, and redness. Adhere strictly to your physician's instructions for application; avoid exceeding the prescribed treatment period. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and refrain from bandaging unless directed by your doctor. Consistent use is key, but avoid over-application or prolonged use beyond the recommended timeframe. If no improvement is observed after a fortnight, consult your doctor. While uncommon, potential side effects may include folliculitis, and a burning, stinging, or itching sensation upon application. Report any concerns regarding side effects to your physician. Before using CortEm cream, disclose any pre-existing conditions like skin thinning, skin infections, open wounds, diabetes, or immune deficiencies, as well as all other medications you are currently taking, especially other steroids. Pregnant or lactating individuals should seek medical advice prior to use.

Primary Ingredients of Emcort Cream

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Uses of Emcort Cream

Managing inflammatory skin disorders with pruritus.

Major Benefits of Emcort Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application guidelines. Ensure the affected skin is clean and dry before applying the cream. Wash your hands thoroughly afterward, except when the hands are the affected area.

Common Side effects of Emcort Cream:

  • Stinging sensation
  • Itching
  • Hair follicle inflammation

How to use Emcort Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always refer to the product label for application details. Before applying, cleanse and thoroughly dry the affected skin. Wash your hands immediately afterward, except when the hands are the affected area.

How Emcort Cream works:

Emcort Cream, a corticosteroid medication, reduces inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, inflammatory mediators responsible for skin redness, swelling, and pruritus.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholNone

No known drug interactions.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Emcort Cream during pregnancy may pose risks. While human research is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to a developing fetus. A physician will assess the advantages against possible risks prior to any prescription. Seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Application of Emcort Cream while breastfeeding appears to pose minimal risk. Available human data indicate negligible infant exposure.

DrivingDrivingNone

No known drug interactions.

KidneyKidneyNone

No known drug interactions.

LiverLiverNone

No known drug interactions.

What if you forget to take Emcort Cream :

Should you forget to use Emcort Cream, apply it immediately. If your next application is nearly due, omit the missed application and resume your usual routine. Never apply a double dose.

Facts to Know About Emcort Cream

LabelValue
Chemical Category Glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, progestins, and their derivatives
Developing Habits No.
Type of Therapy DERMA
Actions Corticosteroids

FAQs on Emcort Cream

Emcort Cream, a corticosteroid, alleviates inflammation (redness, swelling) in diverse conditions. It's not an antifungal or antibiotic. Available as an ointment, cream, and lotion for topical use, it also comes in nasal spray and inhalation powder forms.
Follow your doctor's instructions precisely when using Emcort Cream, particularly for children. Exceeding the recommended dose or duration can disrupt your child's hormones, potentially causing facial puffiness, slowed growth, and developmental delays. Always consult your doctor before altering the dosage.
Emcort Cream is a topical steroid medication that relieves inflammation and itching in skin conditions. It also reduces redness, scaling, and swelling. Always consult a doctor before use.
Apply Emcort Cream twice daily with gentle rubbing to the affected area for up to two weeks. If no significant improvement is seen after two weeks, consult your doctor.
Emcort Cream shouldn't be used on broken skin. As a steroid medication, it suppresses the immune system, potentially causing side effects that hinder healing and even worsening the condition through skin atrophy.
Emcort Cream may rarely cause localized skin reactions such as burning, itching, irritation, dryness, or hypopigmentation, particularly in sensitive individuals. Prior to using Emcort Cream, disclose any history of allergies or reactions to your doctor. Allergic reactions may sometimes be attributed to the cream's inactive ingredients. Discontinue use and contact your doctor immediately if any reaction occurs.
Avoid applying Emcort Cream to your face. Use only as directed by your doctor, and for the prescribed duration. Do not cover the treated area with a bandage or dressing, as this can increase absorption and side effects. This medication is for your use only; do not share it with others.
Emcort Cream
81
MRP 99
17% off