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Elocon description. Topical corticosteroids (kor-ti-ko-STER-oyds) are used to help relieve redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of many skin problems. These medicines are like cortisone. They belong to the general family of medicines called steroids. These corticosteroids are available only with your doctor's prescription.
Why prescribed Elocon. Mometasone is used to relieve the itching and inflammation of numerous skin conditions. Elocon is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. How used Elocon. Mometasone comes as a topical cream, ointment, and lotion. It usually is applied externally once a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use mometasone exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. To use mometasone cream or ointment, apply a thin film to the affected skin areas once daily. To apply the lotion, place a few drops on the affected areas once daily and massage lightly until it disappears. To be most effective and economical, hold the nozzle of the bottle very close to the affected areas and gently squeeze. Some brand names: - Ectosone Regular - Ectosone Scalp Lotion - Elocom - Elocon - Eumovate - Florone - Florone E - Fluocet - Fluocin - Fluoderm - Fluolar |