Methovate-R
Rx0.05%+0.1%+2.5% • Rectal Ointment
Indications & Uses
Methovate-R is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
A course of treatment should be limited to 7 days. Apply a small amount of ointment two or three times a day initially, using the applicator if internal administration is required. When inflammation is subsiding, once-daily application is sufficient in most cases. Or as directed by the physician.
Side Effects
Signs of hypersensitivity may appear. Prolonged and intensive treatment with highly active corticosteroid preparations may cause local atrophic changes in the skin.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Long-term continuous therapy should be avoided where possible, particularly in infants and children, as adrenal suppression can occur.
Contraindications
Primary cutaneous viral infections (e. g. herpes simplex, chickenpox). Hypersensitivity to any components of the drug. The use of this ointment is not indicated in the treatment of primarily infected skin lesions caused by infection with fungi (e. g. candidiasis, tinea); or bacteria (e. g. impetigo).