Mometasone Implant

Name: Mometasone Implant

Highlights for mometasone

MOMETASONE (moe MET a sone) is a corticosteroid. The sinus implant helps decrease inflammation and open the sinus passageway after sinus surgery.

This drug also comes in other forms, including Topical ointment, Inhalation suspension, pressurized, Topical cream, Topical lotion, Inhalation powder, ... more

This drug can cause serious side effects. See which side effects you should report to your doctor right away.

Know how to use your medication, and learn what might happen if you miss a dose.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any of these conditions.

Know what to watch for and get tips for reducing your risks while taking this drug.

Mometasone Side Effects

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • changes in vision
  • eye pain
  • movement of the implant (within or out of the sinus)
  • signs and symptoms of infection like fever or chills, cough, sore throat

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (Report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome.):

  • burning or irritation in the nose or sinus passageway
  • headache
  • nosebleed
  • sinus pressure
  • throat irritation

Mometasone May Interact with Other Medications

Interactions are not expected.

Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare provider about possible interactions with all prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements, and over-the-counter drugs that you are taking.

How to Use mometasone

This medicine is placed into the sinus cavity after sinus surgery. It is done by a physician in a hospital or clinic setting.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • active infection, like tuberculosis, herpes, or fungal infection
  • an unusual or allergic reaction to mometasone, other corticosteroids, lactide, glycolide, or caprolactone copolymers, or other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • breast-feeding
What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.

Do not use any other medicines in the nose following surgery unless you are instructed to do so. For some patients, nasal saline sprays or rinses are recommended following surgery to keep the sinus passages moist. Follow the instructions of your doctor or healthcare professional following surgery.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This drug is inserted in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

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