Name: Momate S
SKU: 23265
Availability: InStock

✅ Active Ingredient Overview Table:

🔬 Active Ingredients:	Mometasone Furoate 0.1% w/w, Salicylic Acid 3% w/w
💊 Indication:	Hyperkeratotic, Inflammatory Dermatoses (Psoriasis, Lichenified Eczema) with Pruritus
🇺🇸 US Brand Equivalent:	Elocon (Mometasone Furoate) – Salicylic Acid combos vary
🏭 Manufacturer:	Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd (Founded: 1977)
📦 Packaging:	20 g Tube
🧪 Strengths:	Mometasone Furoate 0.1%, Salicylic Acid 3%
🚚 Delivery Time:	6–15 days

🌿 What Is Momate S Ointment?

Momate S Ointment combines a potent topical corticosteroid (Mometasone Furoate 0.1%) with Salicylic Acid 3%, a keratolytic agent. This formulation is tailored for thickened, scaly, and itchy skin conditions like plaque psoriasis and lichenified eczema. Mometasone reduces inflammation, pruritus, and erythema by modulating pro-inflammatory cytokines, while Salicylic Acid facilitates the removal of excessive keratin, enhancing corticosteroid penetration and reducing scaling.

🧬 Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action

Component	Mechanism
Mometasone Furoate 0.1%	• Binds glucocorticoid receptors → downregulates pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1, TNF-α) • Inhibits leukocyte infiltration → reduces pruritus and erythema
Salicylic Acid 3%	• Keratolytic: dissolves intercellular glue in the stratum corneum → promotes desquamation and scaling reduction • Enhances penetration of Mometasone through softened stratum corneum
Ointment Base	• Semi‐occlusive emollient vehicle → maintains moist environment, enhances skin hydration, and drug absorption

💡 Indications & Application Guidelines

Condition	Application Regimen
Plaque Psoriasis (Hyperkeratotic Lesions)	• Clean and gently pat dry affected area. • Apply a thin layer of Momate S Ointment once or twice daily to psoriatic plaques, focusing on scaling and thickened areas. • Duration: 7–14 days; reassess to avoid tachyphylaxis.
Lichenified Eczema / Chronic Dermatitis	• Cleanse area; apply Momate S Ointment 1–2 times daily to lichenified, pruritic patches. • Continue for 7–10 days; monitor for improvement.
Hyperkeratotic Dermatoses with Itch (e.g., Keratosis Pilaris)	• Apply a thin layer once daily at bedtime to keratotic, pruritic regions. • Use for 7–14 days or until symptoms improve, then switch to maintenance emollients.

Preparation: Wash hands and lesion, remove scales gently. – Application: Dispense a pea-sized amount onto fingertip; spread evenly over entire lesion. – Frequency: Begin with once‐daily use at night; increase to twice daily if tolerated. – Precautions: Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, and eroded skin. Do not use with occlusive dressings unless prescribed. Discontinue if notable irritation occurs.

⚠️ Warnings & Side Effects

Common:

Burning or stinging at application site
Mild peeling or dryness
Transient folliculitis

Less Common:

Contact dermatitis (allergic) to salicylic acid
Hypopigmentation in treated areas

Serious (Rare):

Skin atrophy, telangiectasia, or striae with prolonged steroid use
Systemic absorption leading to HPA axis suppression (especially under occlusion)

Precautions:

Limit therapy to 7–14 days on body and 5–7 days on intertriginous areas.
Avoid occlusive dressings unless directed. – Use cautiously in pediatric and elderly; monitor for systemic side effects. – Discontinue if hypersensitivity (rash, swelling, severe pruritus) occurs. – Do not apply to facial skin, genitals, or axilla without specialist direction.

🏥 Storage Instructions

Store Momate S Ointment at 20–25°C in its original tube. Protect from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Ensure cap is tightly closed after each use. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

🌐 Availability & Purchasing

United States: No direct branded combination; Mometasone furoate ointment and salicylic acid preparations are prescription‐only separately. – United Kingdom & EU: Momate S available by dermatologist prescription; combination topical corticosteroid/keratolytic products are prescription‐only. – Australia: Prescription required under PBS or private script.

Importing Momate S from India is possible under personal importation schemes; ensure a valid prescription and compliance with customs regulations.

🔗 Authoritative Resources

Drugs.com: Mometasone Monograph

🔗 Related Topical Therapies (Indian Brands)

Betnovate S Ointment – Betamethasone + Salicylic Acid for psoriasis and hyperkeratotic lesions.
Odactra Gel – Mometasone Furoate 0.1% / Salicylic Acid 3% gel formulation.

🎥 Educational Video on Keratolytic Corticosteroid Therapy

👩‍⚕️ Expert Insight: Dr. Sangeeta Patel, Dermatologist

“Momate S effectively synchronizes the keratolytic benefits of salicylic acid with the potent anti‐inflammatory action of mometasone. It’s especially helpful for thick, scaly plaques that resist monotherapy.”