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Elocon cream is a prescription-only potent steroid containing mometasone furoate 0.1%. It calms the redness and itching of eczema, dermatitis and localised psoriasis, applied thinly once a day for up to 3 to 4 weeks. Once-daily dosing is the main practical difference from Betnovate. For adults, after an online consultation with a UK prescriber.
This service is for adults 18 and over. Elocon is a potent steroid: use a thin layer once a day for no more than 3 to 4 weeks unless your prescriber says otherwise. Don't use it on the face or eyelids, in the groin or on genital skin, on broken or infected skin, or near the eyes unless a prescriber has specifically told you to. If your skin becomes more red, hot, painful or weepy, get advice the same day.
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Suitable age
18 years and over (licence covers children from 2; see FAQ 10)
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3 packs (3 x 30g)
Consultation
Yes, online consultation
Elocon cream contains mometasone furoate 0.1%, a potent topical corticosteroid (steroid). It reduces skin inflammation, helping ease the redness, swelling and itching of eczema (including atopic dermatitis), contact dermatitis and seborrhoeic dermatitis, and of localised patches of psoriasis. It is not for widespread plaque psoriasis. If you're looking for Elocon cream for eczema or dermatitis, a prescriber must first check that this potent steroid is suitable for your symptoms and the area affected. Elocon is a brand name; the same active ingredient is sold as generic mometasone furoate cream, which we also supply. Our Elocon uses guide explains how mometasone works and how it compares with other steroids in more detail.
The usual adult dose is a thin layer once a day, for up to 3 to 4 weeks. Once the skin improves, your prescriber may tell you to stop, use it less often, or step down to a milder steroid such as Eumovate or hydrocortisone. A cream suits moist or weeping areas and skin that isn't very dry; for dry, scaly or thickened patches, the ointment is sometimes preferred, and there is a separate lotion for hairy areas and the scalp. Because it is a strong steroid, it isn't for the face or eyelids unless a prescriber has specifically directed it, and it must not be used on infected skin or for itching of the groin or genitals.
Elocon is a prescription-only medicine, so it isn't available over the counter in the UK. You can request it online from our UK pharmacy after a short online consultation. A prescriber reviews your answers to check it's safe and suitable for you. If it's approved before 3pm, Monday to Friday, your cream is dispatched the same day in plain, discreet packaging: choose Royal Mail Tracked 48, Tracked 24 or Special Delivery guaranteed by 1pm next working day. You can also see all our eczema and dermatitis treatments.
| Medicine type | Potent topical corticosteroid (steroid) cream |
| Active ingredient | Mometasone furoate 0.1% w/w |
| Form and pack | Cream, 30g tube & 100g tube |
| Licensed for | Inflammatory and itchy steroid-responsive conditions, including eczema, dermatitis and localised psoriasis (not widespread plaque psoriasis) |
| Dose | Thin layer once daily, for up to 3 to 4 weeks |
| Review | See your GP if no better in 2 to 4 weeks |
| Not for | Face or eyelids (unless prescriber-directed), groin and genital itching, infected skin, rosacea, acne, perioral dermatitis, or children under 2 |
| Prescription status | Prescription-only medicine (POM) |
| Suitable for | Adults 18 and over through this service (licence covers children from 2) |
are 18 or over;
have eczema, dermatitis or localised psoriasis that a doctor, nurse or pharmacist has diagnosed or that you've had before;
have a flare-up on the body, arms or legs that a milder steroid hasn't settled;
want once-daily treatment, which many people find easier to keep up than twice-daily creams.
This service isn't suitable if you:
are under 18;
have a rash you haven't had checked, or itching without a rash;
have signs of infection: weeping, crusting, yellow or honey-coloured scabs, pus, cold sores, or a ring-shaped scaly rash;
have rosacea, acne or perioral dermatitis;
want to treat the face, eyelids, groin, genitals or anus;
have widespread plaque psoriasis or pustular psoriasis;
have itching around the anus or genitals, or a nappy rash;
are allergic to mometasone furoate or any of the cream's other ingredients.
Tell the prescriber if you:
are pregnant, trying for a baby or breastfeeding (use only if benefit outweighs risk; never on the breasts while feeding);
take ritonavir, itraconazole or other medicines that affect how steroids are broken down;
have used a steroid cream for more than 4 weeks in a row, or have thinning skin or stretch marks from one;
have glaucoma or cataracts, or a leg ulcer;
have kidney or liver disease;
have had a rebound flare after stopping a steroid cream;
are asking on behalf of a child (we don't supply children through this service).
Elocon cream contains mometasone furoate 0.1%, a potent steroid, and is used for steroid-responsive skin conditions such as eczema, contact and seborrhoeic dermatitis, and localised psoriasis. It doesn't treat infection. Our Elocon uses guide covers the conditions in detail.
Yes. Mometasone furoate is a corticosteroid, and Elocon is classed as potent — the same potency group as Betnovate and Cutivate. Stronger than hydrocortisone 1% and Eumovate; weaker than Dermovate. The practical difference from Betnovate is once-daily rather than twice-daily use, and a licence from age 2. The Elocon uses guide and the steroid cream strengths ladder compare them in full.
Yes, with a prescription. Elocon is prescription-only. Complete a short online consultation, a UK prescriber reviews it, and if suitable our UK pharmacy dispenses and delivers. A 30g tube is £16.99.
Yes. You can get one by completing our consultation: a prescriber reviews your answers and decides whether Elocon cream is right for you. They may recommend a different treatment or ask you to see your GP in person. A private online prescription is an alternative to waiting for a GP appointment; your GP can also prescribe on the NHS.
A 30g tube is £16.99. The price includes your online consultation, prescriber review and dispensing by our UK pharmacy. Delivery is free over £40; see On the NHS in England (section), a prescription charge applies unless exempt.
Same active ingredient; different base. The cream suits moist or weeping areas and daytime use. The ointment is greasier and suits dry, scaly or thickened patches. The lotion is used on the scalp and hairy areas. See our Elocon ointment and Elocon scalp lotion pages.
Thin layer to the affected patches once a day, for up to 3 to 4 weeks. Full directions, including how much to use and how to step down, are in Tab 2. If there's no improvement in 2 to 4 weeks, see your GP.
On limited areas, such as the elbows and knees. Not for widespread plaque psoriasis — a strong steroid over large areas can cause a flare or pustular psoriasis. Scalp psoriasis is usually treated with a lotion. Our guide to steroid creams for psoriasis covers how potent steroids fit into psoriasis treatment.
Not through this service. Facial skin is thin and absorbs more steroid, raising the risk of thinning, visible small blood vessels, perioral dermatitis and, near the eyelids, glaucoma and cataract. Prescribers usually try hydrocortisone or Eumovate first. If a doctor has specifically prescribed Elocon for your face, follow the duration exactly and don't extend it.
Licensed for children from age 2, which is unusual among potent steroids. However, we only supply to adults 18+ through this service. Children should be assessed by their GP or specialist — their skin absorbs more steroid and the amount and duration need careful control. Not used under age 2.
Limited safety data for topical mometasone in pregnancy; only if benefit outweighs risk, smallest amount for shortest time. When breastfeeding, short-term use is generally compatible, but don't apply to the breast or nipple area. Tell us if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Most common: burning, itching, dryness where applied. Skin thinning, stretch marks and visible small blood vessels are class effects of potent steroids and mostly follow long or continuous use. Tab 3 has the full list and when to get help.
Not on its own. A steroid can make an untreated infection worse and mask it. If your eczema is weeping, crusted or painful, or you have a ring-shaped scaly rash, see your GP or pharmacist for an antibiotic or antifungal. Our guide on steroid and antibiotic creams for infected eczema explains more.
Many people notice the itch and redness settling within the first few days to a week. Reassess if no improvement after 2 to 4 weeks, or if it gets worse. Keep your emollient going after the steroid has settled the flare-up.
If approved before 3pm, Monday to Friday, dispatched same day. Choose Royal Mail Tracked 48, Tracked 24, or Special Delivery guaranteed by 1pm next working day. Delivery options in Tab 4. Dispatch depends on prescriber approval.
Because Elocon is prescription-only, a high street pharmacy also needs a prescription. We're an online pharmacy, so you can complete the consultation from home. Generic mometasone furoate cream contains the same active ingredient, but the cream base can differ. Both are available through our service.
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