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Are There Any Side Effects Of Using Momate For A Long Time?

Hello, I am using Acne Rosacea. tried out all treatments and medicines but nothing has helped me so far. I started using momate last year and see a big change in my face. Face is glowing and all acnes are gone. Can i continue to use it? Are there any side-effects if i use it for a long time ?
Wed, 25 Jun 2014
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hello and welcome to healthcaremagic

Rosacea is clinically characterized by flushing, persistent erythema and acne.

Momate is a potent steroid, mometasone furoate and it should never be used for rosacea. Steroids might show an initial dramatic improvement in rosacea because of there antiinflammatory and vasoconstrictive properties however in the long run they actually worsen rosacea. It should be discontinued.

Avoidance of triggers like hot and cold temperatures, spicy foods, certain drugs, alcohol, emotional triggers, strong sun etc is also an important part in the management of rosacea.

Available medical treatment options for rosacea include:

-Antibiotic pills (e.g Doxycycline, Azithromycin OR Roxithromycin)
-Topical like Clindamycin phosphate 1% gel, Clarithromycin gel, Benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel can be used if you also have bumps/acne along with redness,
-Topical Retinoids like Azaleic acid, Adapalene, Tretinoin.
-Oral Isotretinoin (low dose is preferred)
-Lasers ( 584 nm Pulse dye Laser) works best for redness and telangiectases
-Pulsed light therapies (Intense pulsed light 585 nm for background erythema and telagiectases)
-Photodynamic therapy.

Topically you could use either Benzoyl peroxide gel or Clindamycin phosphate gel for the bumps/acne. Benzoyl peroxide can cause some irritation, since you also have rosacea. Therefore I would suggest topical clindamycin phosphate gel 1% if you have acne/bumps.

Orally you could take either Roxithroimycin 150 mg twice daily OR Azithromycin 500mg three days consecutively in a week. They can be continued for a few weeks.

Blue light phototherapy using a narrowband LED light source is a safe and effective additional therapy for mild to moderate acne. It can be safely combined with other topical and oral therapies.

Oral Retinoids e.g Isotretinoin in a low dose of 20 mg once daily for 6-8 months is also an option for Rosacea.

However, oral and topical treatment works only to an extent. For erythema/telangectases/Vascular Rosacea, oral and topical treatments works best with Light therapy e.g IPL(Intense pulsed light) and PDL (Pulse dye Laser) sessions.

Regular use of a broad spectrum sunscreen is advisable.

I would suggest that you seek an appointment with your dermatologist and discuss regarding the most appropriate approach in your case.

Regards
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Are There Any Side Effects Of Using Momate For A Long Time?

Hello and welcome to healthcaremagic Rosacea is clinically characterized by flushing, persistent erythema and acne. Momate is a potent steroid, mometasone furoate and it should never be used for rosacea. Steroids might show an initial dramatic improvement in rosacea because of there antiinflammatory and vasoconstrictive properties however in the long run they actually worsen rosacea. It should be discontinued. Avoidance of triggers like hot and cold temperatures, spicy foods, certain drugs, alcohol, emotional triggers, strong sun etc is also an important part in the management of rosacea. Available medical treatment options for rosacea include: -Antibiotic pills (e.g Doxycycline, Azithromycin OR Roxithromycin) -Topical like Clindamycin phosphate 1% gel, Clarithromycin gel, Benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel can be used if you also have bumps/acne along with redness, -Topical Retinoids like Azaleic acid, Adapalene, Tretinoin. -Oral Isotretinoin (low dose is preferred) -Lasers ( 584 nm Pulse dye Laser) works best for redness and telangiectases -Pulsed light therapies (Intense pulsed light 585 nm for background erythema and telagiectases) -Photodynamic therapy. Topically you could use either Benzoyl peroxide gel or Clindamycin phosphate gel for the bumps/acne. Benzoyl peroxide can cause some irritation, since you also have rosacea. Therefore I would suggest topical clindamycin phosphate gel 1% if you have acne/bumps. Orally you could take either Roxithroimycin 150 mg twice daily OR Azithromycin 500mg three days consecutively in a week. They can be continued for a few weeks. Blue light phototherapy using a narrowband LED light source is a safe and effective additional therapy for mild to moderate acne. It can be safely combined with other topical and oral therapies. Oral Retinoids e.g Isotretinoin in a low dose of 20 mg once daily for 6-8 months is also an option for Rosacea. However, oral and topical treatment works only to an extent. For erythema/telangectases/Vascular Rosacea, oral and topical treatments works best with Light therapy e.g IPL(Intense pulsed light) and PDL (Pulse dye Laser) sessions. Regular use of a broad spectrum sunscreen is advisable. I would suggest that you seek an appointment with your dermatologist and discuss regarding the most appropriate approach in your case. Regards