Synthetic corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory and antipruritic activity; inhibits release of inflammatory mediators including prostaglandins and leukotrienes through glucocorticoid receptor activation
At a glance
Class
Topical corticosteroid (medium-high potency)
Storage
Below 25°C, do not freeze
Dosing
Inflammatory and pruritic dermatoses, atopic dermatitis
Duration: 7–14 days; short-term use preferred
Inflammatory dermatoses
Duration: 7–14 days; short-term use preferred
Safety
Absolute contraindications — do not use
Viral, fungal, or bacterial skin infections (untreated)
May worsen infection by suppressing immune response
Adverse effects
Common
Skin atrophy
Local irritation
Hair loss at application site
Serious
Systemic absorption with prolonged use (PU/PD, iatrogenic Cushing's)
Secondary skin infections
Skin condition improvementSigns of skin atrophySigns of systemic corticosteroid effects
Interactions
No documented interactions.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
›What is Mometasone Furoate?
Mometasone Furoate is a topical corticosteroid (medium-high potency) used in pets. Synthetic corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory and antipruritic activity; inhibits release of inflammatory mediators including prostaglandins and leukotrienes through glucocorticoid receptor activation
›What is Mometasone Furoate used for in pets?
Mometasone Furoate is used in veterinary medicine for: Inflammatory and pruritic dermatoses, atopic dermatitis; Inflammatory dermatoses.
›What is the Mometasone Furoate dose for dogs?
For dogs, Mometasone Furoate is typically dosed as follows — Inflammatory and pruritic dermatoses, atopic dermatitis: 0 topical topical SID to BID. Always consult your veterinarian for a dose tailored to your pet's weight, age, and condition.
›What is the Mometasone Furoate dose for cats?
For cats, Mometasone Furoate is typically dosed as follows — Inflammatory dermatoses: 0 topical topical SID. Always consult your veterinarian for a dose tailored to your pet's weight, age, and condition.
›What are the side effects of Mometasone Furoate?
Common: Skin atrophy, Local irritation, Hair loss at application site. Serious (call your vet immediately): Systemic absorption with prolonged use (PU/PD, iatrogenic Cushing's), Secondary skin infections.
›Does Mometasone Furoate need a prescription?
Yes. Mometasone Furoate is a prescription medication and should only be administered under veterinary supervision.
›When should Mometasone Furoate not be used?
Do not use Mometasone Furoate if: Viral, fungal, or bacterial skin infections (untreated).
References
References
Textbooks & handbooks
- Plumb, D.C. Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook. 10th ed., Wiley-Blackwell, 2023.
- Vail, D.M., Thamm, D.H., & Liptak, J.M. (eds.). Withrow & MacEwen's Small Animal Clinical Oncology. 6th ed., Saunders/Elsevier, 2020.
- Riviere, J.E., & Papich, M.G. (eds.). Veterinary Pharmacology and Therapeutics. 10th ed., Wiley-Blackwell, 2018.
- National Research Council. Nutrient Requirements of Dogs and Cats. National Academies Press, Washington DC, 2006.
- The Merck Veterinary Manual. Merck & Co., Online edition. https://www.merckvetmanual.com/
Clinical guidelines & consensus
- Fletcher, D.J., Boller, M., Brainard, B.M., et al. "RECOVER Evidence and Knowledge Gap Analysis on Veterinary CPR." Journal of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 2012;22(S1):S102–S131.
- American Animal Hospital Association. 2018 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. AAHA Press.
Journals & peer-reviewed studies
- Hogan, D.F., Fox, P.R., Jacob, K., et al. "Secondary prevention of cardiogenic arterial thromboembolism in the cat: The FAT CAT study." Journal of Veterinary Cardiology, 2015;17(Suppl 1):S306–S317.
- Boswood, A., Häggström, J., Gordon, S.G., et al. "Effect of Pimobendan in Dogs with Preclinical Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease and Cardiomegaly: The EPIC Study — A Randomized Clinical Trial." Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 2016;30(6):1765–1779.
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. Toxicology and Poison Management Guidelines. American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control
Regulatory & approvals
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Government of India. Veterinary Drug Approval Registry, 1969–2026. Directorate General of Health Services. https://cdsco.gov.in/
Databases
- Washington State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology Laboratory (VCPL) — MDR1 Multidrug Sensitivity Database. https://vcpl.vetmed.wsu.edu/
Educational reference only
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before administering any medication to your pet.
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