About Mometasone Furoate Monohydrate
Class: | Corticosteroid (Nasal)
Use: | Treatment of allergic rhinitis, including seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis; nasal polyps
Adult dose: | 2 sprays (50 mcg each) in each nostril once daily (total daily dose of 200 mcg)
Pediatric dose: | For children aged 2 to 11 years, 1 spray (50 mcg) in each nostril once daily (total daily dose of 100 mcg)
Side effects: | Nasal irritation, headache, epistaxis (nosebleeds), sore throat, cough, and unpleasant taste or smell
Contraindications
Drug Class
Corticosteroid (Nasal)
Uses & Indications
Treatment of allergic rhinitis, including seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis; nasal polyps
Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light; do not freeze
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Julphar (Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries), U.A.E
Package Size
120 Metered Dose Spray
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 66.50
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
2 sprays (50 mcg each) in each nostril once daily (total daily dose of 200 mcg)
Pediatric Dose
For children aged 2 to 11 years, 1 spray (50 mcg) in each nostril once daily (total daily dose of 100 mcg)
Side Effects
Nasal irritation, headache, epistaxis (nosebleeds), sore throat, cough, and unpleasant taste or smell
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to mometasone furoate or any component of the formulation; untreated fungal, bacterial, or viral infections of the nasal mucosa
Important Warnings
Use with caution in patients with active or latent tuberculosis, untreated systemic infections, or those with a history of nasal surgery or trauma; may cause adrenal suppression with prolonged use; monitor for potential growth inhibition in pediatric patients with long-term use.
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.