How is Mometasone Inhalation dosed?
The dosage of mometasone inhalation depends on the patient's age and medical history. For preventing an asthma attack, the dosage instructions are as follows:
- Adults and children 12 years of age and older: One puff once a day, in the evening for 1 to 2 weeks. Each puff contains 220 micrograms (mcg) of mometasone. The dose may be increased as needed, but usually not more than 440 mcg per day.
- Children 4 to 11 years of age: One puff once a day, in the evening. Each puff contains 110 mcg of mometasone.
- Children younger than 4 years of age: Use and dose must be determined by your doctor. For patients who have received oral corticosteroids, the dosage instructions are similar, but the dose may be increased up to 880 mcg per day for adults and children 12 years of age and older.
What is the dosage form of Mometasone Inhalation?
Mometasone inhalation is available in two dosage forms:
- Aerosol powder: For preventing an asthma attack, the recommended dosage is one puff once a day, in the evening for adults and children 12 years of age and older. Each puff contains 220 micrograms (mcg) of mometasone. For children 4 to 11 years of age, the dosage is one puff once a day, in the evening. Children younger than 4 years of age should consult their doctor for the appropriate dose.
- HFA inhaler: For preventing an asthma attack, the recommended dosage is two puffs two times a day (morning and evening) for adults and children 12 years of age and older. Each puff contains 100 or 200 micrograms (mcg) of mometasone. The dose may be increased up to 400-800 mcg per day. Children 5 to 11 years of age should take two puffs two times a day, following the same dosage instructions.
What medications are contraindication with Mometasone Inhalation?
Mometasone inhalation is contraindicated in patients with milk protein allergy. It is important to inform your doctor about any other medical conditions or allergies you have to ensure safe use of the medication.
How is Mometasone Inhalation administered?
Mometasone inhalation can be administered through two different routes: aerosol powder and HFA inhaler. The dosage and administration depend on the patient's age and medical history. For aerosol powder, the dosage instructions are as follows:
- For preventing an asthma attack in patients who have received inhaled corticosteroids and bronchodilators: Adults and children 12 years and older receive one puff once a day, in the evening for 1 to 2 weeks. The dose may increase up to 440 mcg per day.
- For patients who have received oral corticosteroids: Adults and children 12 years and older receive two puffs two times a day, in the evening for 1 to 2 weeks. The dose may increase up to 880 mcg per day. For HFA inhaler, the dosage instructions are similar.
What are common precautions when taking Mometasone Inhalation?
Some common precautions when taking mometasone inhalation include:
- Proper use: Mometasone inhalation is intended to prevent asthma attacks. Do not use it to relieve an asthma attack that has already started. Consult your doctor for a separate medication to treat asthma attacks.
- Inhaler technique: Use the inhaler correctly and consult your doctor if you are unsure about the proper technique. Regularly check with your doctor to ensure you are using the inhaler correctly.
- Pediatric use: Safety and efficacy of mometasone inhalation have been established for children 5 years of age and older. Consult your doctor for children younger than 5 years of age.