Ovixan
Ovixan solution is a corticosteroid medicine used to reduce symptoms of inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
Form
liuos iholle
Strength
1 mg/g
Active Ingredient
Mometasone furoate
Manufacturer
Galenica AB
How to Use
Dosage
Apply a thin layer of the solution to the affected skin area once a day.
Method
Gently apply the solution with your finger or the bottle's dropper, ensuring you use only a small amount.
Important
Do not apply more than a thin layer once daily. Do not use on large skin areas (over 20% of the body) or for long periods. For children over 2 years, do not use on more than 10% of the skin without a doctor's order. Not recommended for children under 2 years.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Inflamed hair roots
- •Itching
- •Visible blood vessels on the skin
- •Burning feeling
- •Pain or other reactions where applied
- •New infections (after or during treatment for another illness)
- •Numbness or tingling in the skin
- •Blurred vision
- •Changes in skin color
- •Skin softening or lightening
- •Heat rash (very itchy)
- •Acne-like skin inflammation
- •Thinning of the skin
- •Irregular spots or lines on the skin
- •Unusual hair growth
- •Allergy to mometasone
- •Skin inflammation around the mouth
- •Repeated deep infection in a hair root (boils)
- •Allergic skin rash from contact
- •Skin irritation and dryness
- •Rosacea-like facial skin inflammation (redness, swelling, and blisters on cheeks and nose)
- •Blue or purple patches on the skin that are not raised (like bruises)
Important Warnings
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to have children.
- If your skin becomes irritated or sensitive while using Ovixan solution, stop use and contact your doctor immediately.
- Do not stop long-term treatment suddenly; instead, reduce use gradually as advised by your doctor.
- If treating psoriasis, your doctor should regularly check your condition.
- Do not use the solution on broken skin or eyelids; be careful not to get it in your eyes.
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- Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other vision problems.
- Do not cover the treated area with bandages unless your doctor has instructed, as this can increase the risk of side effects.
- Do not use the solution on your face unless prescribed by a doctor.
- Propylene glycol (E1520), an ingredient in this medicine, may cause skin irritation.
- Do not use if you are allergic to mometasone furoate, other corticosteroids, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you have certain skin conditions such as rosacea, acne, skin inflammation around the mouth, fungal or viral infections, or open wounds.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Topical treatment: Suitable for older adults. (updated 11.9.2023)