What is mometasone furoate for?
Mometasone furoate is a generic medication that is classified as a corticosteroid. Available as a topical agent, nasal spray or oral inhaler, the medication treats various different conditions depending on administration method.TypesAsmanex Twisthaler is the brand name for a powder form of inhalant used to help treat asthma symptoms. Elocon is the topical solution used to reduce skin inflammation and redness. Nasonex is offered for intranasal treatment of seasonal allergies and allergic rhinitis.Side EffectsAs with all medications side effects can occur while using this medication. Common side effects include nasal irritation, nose bleeds and headaches with the intranasal and inhalation forms. In the topical form, reported side effects include allergic skin rash, boils and acne-like pimples.PrecautionsProlonged use of topical corticosteroids has the potential of increasing the risk of skin atrophy (thinning of the skin). An increased risk of glaucoma or cataracts has been reported usin
