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Mometasone ointment is a prescription-only potent steroid containing mometasone furoate 0.1%. It calms the inflammation and itching of psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis) and atopic dermatitis, applied as a thin film once a day for up to 3 weeks. The greasier base is why prescribers choose it for very dry, scaly, cracked or thickened skin. It contains the same active ingredient as Elocon ointment. For adults, after an online consultation with a UK prescriber.
This service is for adults 18 and over. Mometasone ointment is a potent steroid: use a thin film once a day for no more than 3 weeks, and not over more than 20% of your body surface area unless your prescriber says otherwise. Don't use it on the face for more than 5 days, or on broken, infected or ulcerated skin. If your skin becomes more red, hot, painful or weepy, or you develop a fever, get advice the same day.
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Suitable age
18 years and over through this service. SmPC covers children from 2 — 10% body surface area, 3-week limit, no occlusion, not recommended under 2 (see FAQ 10)
Max per order
3 x 30g tubes
Consultation
Yes, online consultation
Mometasone ointment contains mometasone furoate 0.1% w/w, a potent topical corticosteroid (steroid). It is licensed for the inflammation and itching of psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis) and atopic dermatitis. The ointment base is greasier and more occlusive than a cream, and is the reason prescribers choose it for very dry, scaly, cracked or thickened skin. Mometasone is the generic name; it is also sold under the brand name Elocon ointment, which contains the same active ingredient. Our Elocon uses guide explains how mometasone works and how it compares with other steroids.
The usual adult dose is a thin film once a day, for up to 3 weeks, and not over more than 20% of your body surface area [confirm against the manufacturer's SmPC]. 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. On the face, use should be no more than 5 days and without occlusion. For moist or weeping areas, the mometasone cream may be preferred, and there is a separate scalp lotion for hairy areas.
Mometasone ointment is a prescription-only medicine. 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 ointment is dispatched the same day in plain, discreet packaging. You can see all our eczema and dermatitis treatments and psoriasis treatments.
| Medicine type | Potent topical corticosteroid (steroid) ointment |
| Active ingredient | Mometasone furoate 0.1% w/w |
| Form and pack | Ointment; 30g tube (100g also available) |
| Licensed for | Psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis) and atopic dermatitis |
| Dose | Thin film once daily |
| Duration | Up to 3 weeks |
| Maximum area | No more than 20% of body surface area in adults |
| Face | No more than 5 days; no occlusion |
| Review | See your GP if no better after 3 weeks, or if it gets worse |
| Not for | Facial rosacea, acne, skin atrophy, perioral dermatitis, perianal and genital pruritus, napkin eruptions, bacterial/viral/fungal infections, wounds or ulcerated skin, or children under 2 |
| Prescription status | Prescription-only medicine (POM) |
| Suitable for | Adults 18 and over through this service (SmPC covers children from 2) |
Mometasone ointment may be suitable if you:
are 18 or over;
have psoriasis (not widespread plaque psoriasis) or atopic dermatitis that a doctor, nurse or pharmacist has diagnosed, or that you've had before;
have very dry, scaly, cracked or thickened patches, where an ointment is preferred over a cream;
have a flare-up that a milder steroid hasn't settled.
This service isn't suitable if you:
are under 18;
have a rash you haven't had checked;
have widespread plaque psoriasis or pustular psoriasis;
have signs of infection: weeping, crusting, yellow or honey-coloured scabs, pus, cold sores, or a ring-shaped scaly rash;
have facial rosacea, acne, skin atrophy or perioral dermatitis;
have perianal or genital itching, or a nappy rash;
have wounds or ulcerated skin;
are allergic to mometasone furoate, other corticosteroids, or any ingredient of the ointment.
Tell the prescriber if you:
are pregnant, trying for a baby or breastfeeding;
take ritonavir, itraconazole or other medicines that affect how steroids are broken down;
have used a steroid for a long period, or have thinning skin or stretch marks from one;
have glaucoma or cataracts;
have had a rebound flare after stopping a steroid;
are asking on behalf of a child (we don't supply children through this service).
Mometasone ointment contains mometasone furoate 0.1%, a potent steroid. It is licensed for the inflammation and itching of psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis) and atopic dermatitis. It doesn't treat infection. Our Elocon uses guide covers how it works.
Yes. Mometasone furoate is a corticosteroid, and it is classed as potent (group III) — 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 dosing and a licence from age 2. The Elocon uses guide and the steroid cream strengths ladder compare them in full.
Yes, with a prescription. Complete a short online consultation, a UK prescriber reviews it, and if suitable our UK pharmacy dispenses and delivers. A 30g tube is £17.99, a 100g tube is also available.
Yes. Complete our consultation: a prescriber reviews your answers and decides whether mometasone ointment is right for you. They may recommend a different treatment or ask you to see your GP. Your GP can also prescribe it on the NHS.
A 30g tube is £17.99. A 100g tube is also available. The price includes your online consultation, prescriber review and dispensing by our UK pharmacy. Delivery is free over £40.
Same active ingredient; different base. The ointment is greasier and more occlusive, which is why it is preferred for very dry, scaly, cracked or thickened skin. The cream is lighter and suits moist or weeping areas and daytime use. The ointment's occlusive base increases absorption slightly, which is why the 3-week limit and the 20% body-surface cap matter.
Apply a thin film once a day, for up to 3 weeks, and not over more than 20% of your body surface area. Full directions, including the fingertip unit and face rules, are in Tab 2.
Yes — psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis) is one of its licensed indications. The ointment base makes it a practical choice for thick, scaly plaques on the elbows and knees. It isn't suitable for widespread plaque psoriasis. Our guide to steroid creams for psoriasis covers how potent steroids fit into psoriasis treatment.
Only under medical direction, for no more than 5 days, and without occlusion. Facial skin is thin and absorbs more steroid. Prescribers usually try hydrocortisone or Eumovate first. Through this service, we don't supply it for facial use.
The SmPC covers children from age 2, with a maximum of 10% body surface area and a 3-week limit, and no occlusion. It isn't recommended under 2. However, we only supply to adults aged 18 and over through this service.
There is inadequate evidence of safety in human pregnancy; use only on a prescriber's instruction, avoiding large areas and prolonged use. When breastfeeding, use only after weighing benefit and risk, and don't apply to the breast or nipple area. Tell us if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Most common: burning, itching or pain where applied. Skin thinning, stretch marks, visible small blood vessels and colour changes are class effects of potent steroids and mostly follow long or continuous use, use on thin-skinned areas, or use under occlusion. Tab 3 has the full list.
No — it is contraindicated in bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic skin infections, and must not be used on wounds or ulcerated skin. 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 week. Treatment should be reviewed after 3 weeks, or sooner if it gets worse.
If approved before 3pm, Monday to Friday, dispatched the same day. Delivery options are in Tab 4. Dispatch depends on prescriber approval.
Yes — same active ingredient (mometasone furoate 0.1% w/w) and same potency. Elocon is the brand name; mometasone is the generic name. The ointment base can differ slightly between manufacturers, but the medicine works the same way. Both are available through our service. See our Elocon ointment page if you want the branded version.
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