Mometasone: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Mometasone is a corticosteroid. It is a prescription medicine used for eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, allergic rhinitis and nasal polyps. In Pakistan it is available as cream, lotion, sprays and ointment, made by 8 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Mometasone works
Mometasone is a corticosteroid. When applied to the skin or sprayed into the nose, it reduces the activity of the immune cells and chemicals that drive inflammation, which eases redness, swelling, itching and congestion. Very little reaches the rest of the body when it is used as directed.
What is Mometasone used for?
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Psoriasis
- Allergic rhinitis
- Nasal polyps
Mometasone is a steroid used in several forms. Creams, ointments and lotions treat inflamed, itchy skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis that have not responded to milder treatments. The nasal spray is used to prevent and treat hay fever and other allergic rhinitis, and to shrink nasal polyps. An inhaled form is also used to prevent asthma symptoms.
Side effects of Mometasone
Used correctly, Mometasone rarely causes problems. Possible side effects include:
- Burning, stinging or itching where applied
- Dry skin
- Thinning of the skin or stretch marks with long use
- Nosebleeds or nasal irritation (spray)
- Headache (spray)
Stop using it and see a doctor if the treated skin becomes infected, oozing or more painful. With the spray, report blurred vision or persistent nosebleeds.
Precautions and warnings
- Do not use skin products on the face, in skin folds or on large areas for long periods unless your doctor advises, and never use them as a fairness or skin-lightening cream.
- Use the smallest amount for the shortest time needed, and do not cover the area with a tight dressing unless told to.
- Do not apply it to untreated skin infections, acne, rosacea or the skin around the mouth.
- Children absorb steroids through the skin more easily, so use it in children only as advised by a doctor.
- Ask your doctor before using it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions about Mometasone
What is the price of Mometasone in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Mometasone products currently in stock range from Rs 208 to Rs 1,069 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Zametasone Lotion at Rs 208. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Mometasone are available in Pakistan?
Mometasone is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Hivate (Saffron Pharmaceutical Company), Santomet (Sante Limited), Zametasone (Biogen Pharma), Mms (Remington Pharmaceuticals Industries), Nasomet (Sante Limited) and Ataso (Horizon Pharma).Do I need a prescription for Mometasone?
Yes. Mometasone is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Can Mometasone be used during pregnancy?
Ask your doctor before using it during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Are all Mometasone brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Mometasone in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Mometasone brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 18 products containing Mometasone from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
