Motimesh SF Cream 10gm

Skin Infections (792)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Fusidic Acid 2 %+Mometasone 0.1 %

Manufacturer

Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT MOTIMESH SF CREAMMOTIMESH SF CREAM is a combination of Fusidic acid and Mometasone which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibacterial agents and Corticosteroids, respectively. MOTIMESH SF CREAM is used to manage inflammatory dermatoses (lesions/eruptions of skin) with/without bacterial infection in affected individuals. MOTIMESH SF CREAM is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Fusidic acid, Mometasone, and/or other topical/oral corticosteroids. Before applying MOTIMESH SF CREAM, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, glaucoma, infection at/near management site, active viral illnesses (such as chicken pox / measles), and/or suffer from liver failure. [GBNKEYWORD is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is also not recommended for use in children (aged below 12 years). The medicine is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above) after consulting the doctor. The most common

Uses

OF MOTIMESH SF CREAM Manage inflammatory dermatoses (lesions/eruptions of skin) with/without bacterial infection in affected individuals

How It Works

MOTIMESH SF CREAM manages inflammatory dermatoses, where mometasone furoate manages inflammation by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy, and fusidic acid manages the growth of bacteria and causes its destruction by inhibiting the synthesis of essential proteins that are essential for the bacteria to grow thus managing inflammatory dermatoses in affected individuals.

Directions for Use

Always apply MOTIMESH SF CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine on the affected area. Do not use this medicine on your face. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes, including eyelids.

Side Effects

applying MOTIMESH SF CREAM are mild to moderate pruritus (itchy skin), burning/stinging sensation of skin, folliculitis (inflamed hair follicles), dry skin, mild skin atrophy, and/or telangiectasia (dilated small blood vessels on skin). Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsens. USES OF MOTIMESH SF CREAM Manage inflammatory dermatoses (lesions/eruptions of skin) with/without bacterial infection in affected individuals HOW MOTIMESH SF CREAM WORKSMOTIMESH SF CREAM manages inflammatory dermatoses, where mometasone furoate manages inflammation by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy, and fusidic acid manages the growth of bacteria and causes its destruction by inhibiting the synthesis of essential proteins that are essential for the bacteria to grow thus managing inflammatory dermatoses in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways apply MOTIMESH SF CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine on the affected area. Do not use this medicine on your face. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes, including eyelids. SIDE EFFECTS OF MOTIMESH SF CREAMCOMMON mild to moderate pruritus (itchy skin) burning and stinging sensation of skin folliculitis (a type of skin infection marked by inflamed hair follicles) dryness of skin acneiform eruptions (a type of skin infection marked by papules and pustules resembling acne (a type of skin condition where hair follicles become plugged in with oil and dead skin cells) mild skin atrophy (thin-shiny appearing skin) telangiectasia (a condition of dilated small blood vessels on skin) UNCOMMON erythema (skin rash) swelling due to accumulation of fluid in hands, arms, feet, ankles and legs fissures (cracks in skin) urticaria (red,itchy skin) pimples, papular (raised and infected skin areas) and pustular formations (reddish, scaly, pus-filled bumps) irritation at site of application (including pain, irritation, and skin redness) eczema (skin inflammation)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCY[GBNKEYWORD is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before applying the medicine. BREASTFEEDING[GBNKEYWORD is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERMOTIMESH SF CREAM should be used with caution in patients with liver failure. Consult your doctor before applying MOTIMESH SF CREAM. ALLERGYDo not apply MOTIMESH SF CREAM if you are allergic to Fusidic acid, Mometasone, other topical/oral corticosteroids, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore applying MOTIMESH SF CREAM, inform your doctor if you: have an infection at/near management site suffer from skin atrophy (decreased thickening of skin) have diabetes mellitus suffer from glaucoma (increased pressure in eye) / cataracts (cloudy of eye lens) have active viral illnesses such as chicken pox / measles. Use in Paediatrics: MOTIMESH SF CREAM is not recommended for use in children (aged below 12 years). Consult your doctor before applying the medicine to the child. Use in Geriatrics: MOTIMESH SF CREAM should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above). Consult your doctor before applying MOTIMESH SF CREAM.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug - Drug interactions: anthralin (medicines used to manage psoriasis). Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally applies too much of MOTIMESH SF CREAM, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are suppression of pituitary adrenal function which results in secondary adrenal insufficiency associated with weakness, fatigue, and/or weight loss. SYNOPSIS Drug : Fusidic acid, Mometasone Pharmacological Category : Antibacterial agents, Corticosteroids Therapeutic Indication : inflammatory dermatoses Dosage Forms : Cream, Ointment MORE INFORMATION Keep MOTIMESH SF CREAM out of reach of children Do not store MOTIMESH SF CREAM below 25°C

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DETAILS Written By Dr. K .AZEEM HUSSAIN

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Last Updated

12 Jan 2023

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