Elocon
Mometasone furoate ointment for eczema and psoriasis. It is a potent topical steroid that suppresses skin inflammation.
All strengths and pack prices
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Mometasone Furoate
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Ointment
- Strengths
- 1mg 5g
Elocon is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Elocon on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Atopic Dermatitis · Psoriasis
- Alternative names
- mometasone furoate
- Therapeutic class
- Glucocorticoid
- Pharmacological class
- Topical Corticosteroid
- Contraindications
- untreated cutaneous fungal or viral infections
- Minor side effects
- local burning; erythema
- Moderate side effects
- skin thinning; mild striae; pruritus
- Serious side effects
- adrenal suppression, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Ointment
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Originator
- Schering-Plough
- Onset time
- 1–3 days
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over two years and adults.
Patient summary
Mometasone furoate ointment for eczema and psoriasis. It is a potent topical steroid that suppresses skin inflammation.
Mechanism of action
Suppresses transcription of leucocyte inflammatory cytokines and arachidonic acid synthesis inside structural skin tissue cells.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use if benefit justifies risk. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
FAQ
Will I receive the original Elocon?
No. Elocon is the original brand, made by Schering-Plough, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (mometasone furoate) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Elocon cost in South Africa?
The price varies with pack size. Elocon comes as 1mg 5g tubes, in packs of 1 to 10 tubes, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tube.
Payment and prices →What are the brand names for mometasone furoate in South Africa?
In South Africa, mometasone furoate is also sold under brand names such as Momate. On Direct Meds the same ingredient is also sold as Nasonex Nasal Spray.
What is Elocon used for?
Elocon contains mometasone furoate, used for atopic dermatitis and psoriasis.
How quickly does Elocon work?
Mometasone furoate usually starts to work within 1 to 3 days. The exact timing differs between people.
What are the side effects of Elocon?
The common side effects of mometasone furoate are local burning and redness (erythema). Less common ones include skin thinning, mild striae and itching (pruritus). Serious but less common side effects include adrenal suppression, which needs urgent medical attention.
Can I buy Elocon over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Elocon. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Elocon to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Elocon names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Mometasone Furoate at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.