{"id":20069,"date":"2022-03-24T11:27:53","date_gmt":"2022-03-24T11:27:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=20069"},"modified":"2023-03-06T07:27:18","modified_gmt":"2023-03-06T07:27:18","slug":"ovixan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/ovixan\/","title":{"rendered":"Ovixan &#8211; Mometasone Furoate Uses, Dose, And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Ovixan 1 mg \/ g&nbsp;cream mometasone furoate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Ovixan Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ovixan contains the active substance mometasone furoate and is a cortisone preparation for&nbsp;topical&nbsp;use.&nbsp;Cortisone preparations for&nbsp;topical&nbsp;use are divided into four classes depending on strength and effect: mild-acting, medium-acting, strong-acting, and extra-strong.&nbsp;Mometasone furoate belongs to the class of &#8220;strong-acting cortisone preparations&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults and children over 6 years:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ovixan has an anti-inflammatory\u00a0effect and reduces\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/diseases\/itching-in-children\/\">itching<\/a>.\u00a0Ovixan is used to reduce symptoms associated with inflammatory skin diseases that can be treated with a cortisone preparation e.g.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/psoriasis\/\">psoriasis<\/a>\u00a0(except widespread plaque psoriasis) and certain types of\u00a0dermatitis.\u00a0It does not cure your skin disease, but it does relieve your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mometasone furoate contained in Ovixan may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professionals if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before Using Ovixan<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3JfApzR\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ovixan-1mg-cream-300x176.jpeg\" alt=\"ovixan\" class=\"wp-image-53005\" width=\"361\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ovixan-1mg-cream-300x176.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ovixan-1mg-cream.jpeg 641w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 361px) 100vw, 361px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>ovixan-1mg-cream<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Ovixan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to mometasone furoate, other cortisone preparations, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>Other skin diseases that can be aggravated especially&nbsp;rosacea&nbsp;(skin disease of the face)<ul><li>Acne<\/li><li>Rash around the mouth (dermatitis)<\/li><li>Skin loss<\/li><li>Itching&nbsp;in the abdomen and around the anal opening<\/li><li>Diaper rash<\/li><li>Bacterial infections such as smallpox<\/li><li>Tuberculosis&nbsp;(lung disease),&nbsp;and syphilis&nbsp;(sexually transmitted disease) )<\/li><li>Viral&nbsp;infections&nbsp;such as <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/cold\/\">cold<\/a> sores,&nbsp;shingles, chickenpox,&nbsp;athlete&#8217;s foot&nbsp;(red, itchy, scaly skin on the feet),<\/li><li><em>Candida<\/em>&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;infection&nbsp;of the abdomen that can cause discharge and&nbsp;itching&nbsp;or other skin infections.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>If you have recently had a&nbsp;side effect&nbsp;after vaccination (for example against the&nbsp;flu).<\/li><li>On wounds or on damaged skin.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before using Ovixan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding.<\/li><li>Tell your doctor immediately if you experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity when using Ovixan.<\/li><li>As with all&nbsp;topical steroids&nbsp;for&nbsp;topical&nbsp;use, treatment should not be stopped abruptly.&nbsp;If long-term treatment is stopped, you can get relapses in the form of skin infections with <ul><li>Intense&nbsp;redness<\/li><li>Stinging<\/li><li>Burning sensations<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This can be counteracted by gradually reducing the treatment, e.g.&nbsp;by using&nbsp;cream&nbsp;one less often before the treatment ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Treatment of&nbsp;psoriasis&nbsp;with this medicine may worsen skin problems (eg a form of&nbsp;psoriasis, with many small blisters on the skin, may occur).&nbsp;Your doctor should regularly check the development of your symptoms as this type of treatment requires close monitoring.<\/li><li>Ovixan should not be used on damaged skin.<\/li><li>Do not use&nbsp;the cream&nbsp;on the eyelids.&nbsp;Be careful and avoid getting&nbsp;cream&nbsp;in your eyes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Ovixan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment with Ovixan during pregnancy or breastfeeding should only be started as directed by your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your doctor prescribes the <em>Ovixan cream use<\/em>&nbsp;one during pregnancy or breastfeeding, you must avoid using large amounts and only use&nbsp;cream&nbsp;one for a short period.&nbsp;Ovixan should not be applied to the breasts or nearby skin areas when breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ovixan Contains Propylene Glycol And Cetostearyl Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ovixan&nbsp;cream&nbsp;contains propylene glycol which may cause skin irritation and cetostearyl <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/alcohol-and-drugs-risk-use-harmful-use-and-addiction\/\">alcohol<\/a> which may cause local skin reactions (eg <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/contact-dermatitis\/\">contact dermatitis<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use Ovixan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Ovixan is intended for&nbsp;cutaneous&nbsp;(&nbsp;external&nbsp;) use.&nbsp;Ovixan cream should only be used on the skin.<\/li><li>Always<strong> Ovixan cream uses <\/strong>exactly as your doctor has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li>Your doctor should check your treatment regularly.<\/li><li>Do not use&nbsp;the cream&nbsp;on the face without a doctor&#8217;s&nbsp;prescription.<\/li><li>Avoid getting eye&nbsp;cream.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not cover the treated area with&nbsp;a compressor bandage unless your doctor has given you such instructions.&nbsp;This is to reduce the risk of possible&nbsp;side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dosage:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gently apply a thin layer of&nbsp;cream&nbsp;on the affected skin areas once a day.&nbsp;You should only use a small amount of&nbsp;cream.&nbsp;One click of&nbsp;cream&nbsp;on the fingertip (from the fingertip to the first joint of an adult) is enough to cover an area equivalent to the size of two adult hands.&nbsp;Never use larger amounts, and not more often, than directed by your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults and the elderly:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Do not use&nbsp;a cream&nbsp;on large areas (over 20% of the skin surface) or for a long time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use For Children And Adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use in children (6 years and older):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Do not use&nbsp;the cream&nbsp;on children over 6 years without your doctor prescribing it.<\/li><li>Do not use&nbsp;the cream&nbsp;on more than 10% of the baby&#8217;s skin surface.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children under 6 years:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ovixan cream is not recommended for children under 6 years.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Ovixan Than You Should &nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you accidentally swallow the&nbsp;cream, it should not cause any&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have not followed your doctor&#8217;s instructions and have used the&nbsp;cream&nbsp;too often and\/or for a long period, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Ovixan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to apply&nbsp;cream&nbsp;one at a time you are going to do it, do it as soon as you remember and then continue as before.&nbsp;Do not use double amounts and do not apply&nbsp;the cream&nbsp;twice in one day to compensate for forgotten treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Stop Using Ovixan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not stop treatment suddenly if you have been using the&nbsp;cream&nbsp;for a long time, as this can be harmful.&nbsp;The treatment should be phased out gradually, according to the doctor&#8217;s instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible Ovixan Cream Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Side effects&nbsp;in children and adults that have been reported with the use of cortisone preparations for&nbsp;topical&nbsp;use include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Very rare Ovixan cream side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inflamed hair follicles in the skin<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Increased number of superficial blood vessels or spider veins<\/li><li>Burning sensation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Has been reported Ovixan cream side effects (occur in an unknown number of users):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">Pain<\/a> or other reactions in the treated area<\/li><li>Secondary&nbsp;infection (an&nbsp;infection&nbsp;that occurs during or after treatment of another&nbsp;infection&nbsp;or disease)<\/li><li>Puffy blisters on the face<\/li><li>Paresthesia&nbsp;(abnormal or numb feeling on the skin)<\/li><li>Dimsyn<\/li><li>Changes in skin color<\/li><li>Skin maceration (softening and whitening of the skin)<\/li><li>Miliaria (heat rash, very itchy rash)<\/li><li>Inflammation&nbsp;(including acne-like reactions)<\/li><li>Skin thinning<\/li><li>Irregular spots or streaks on the skin<\/li><li>Abnormal hair growth<\/li><li>Increased sensitivity<\/li><li>Dryness<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Increased use, treatment of larger skin areas, long-term use, and treatment with&nbsp;compresses&nbsp;can increase the risk of&nbsp;side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cortisone preparations can affect the body&#8217;s normal hormone production.&nbsp;This is more likely when using high&nbsp;doses&nbsp;for a longer period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are in children<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, children treated with&nbsp;creams&nbsp;and ointments containing&nbsp;corticosteroids&nbsp;can absorb the product through the skin, which can lead to a disease called Cushing&#8217;s syndrome.&nbsp;This syndrome has many symptoms, including the development of a rounder face and weakness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Growth in children can be inhibited by long-term use.&nbsp;Your doctor will prevent this risk by prescribing the lowest possible steroid dose necessary to treat the symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Ovixan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the tube and the carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>No special storage instructions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents Of The Package And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is mometasone furoate.&nbsp;<strong>Ovixan 1 mg cream<\/strong> of mometasone furoate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other ingredients are <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Coconut oil<\/li><li>Stearic acid<\/li><li>Cetostearyl alcohol<\/li><li>Macrogol stearate<\/li><li>Glycerol monostearate 40-55<\/li><li>Propylene glycol<\/li><li>Sodium citrate (for&nbsp;pH&nbsp;adjustment)<\/li><li>The citric acid (for&nbsp;pH&nbsp;adjustment)<\/li><li>Purified water<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>See section 2 &#8220;Ovixan contains propylene glycol and cetostearyl alcohol&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ovixan 1 mg cream <\/strong>is a white, odorless&nbsp;cream&nbsp;in an aluminum-laminated plastic tube made of polyethylene with a white screw cap made of polypropylene.<\/li><li>Pack sizes: Tubes containing 15 g, 30 g, 35 g, 70 g, 90 g, or 100 g&nbsp;cream.<\/li><li>Not all packaging may be marketed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><em>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/em>Galenica ABPA Hanssons v\u00e4g 41205 12 Malm\u00f6Sweden<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><em>Manufacturer<\/em>Bioglan ABBorrgatan 31211 24 Malm\u00f6Sweden<\/td><td><em>Manufacturer<\/em>Paul W. Beyvers GmbHSchaffhausener Str. 26-34D-12099 BerlinGermany<\/td><td><em>Manufacturer<\/em>Lichtenheldt GmbH &#8211; Work IIndustriestra\u00dfe 7 &#8211; 1123812 WahlstedtGermany<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ovixan is used to drop symptoms with inflammatory skin conditions that can be cured with a corticosteroid, e. g. psoriasis and some sorts of dermatitis. 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