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Elocon (MOMETASONE FUROATE)
Elocon works by binding to the progesterone receptor, which reduces inflammation and immune response in the body.
Elocon (MOMETASONE FUROATE) is a corticosteroid medication originally developed by Merck Sharp Dohme and currently owned by Organon. It targets the progesterone receptor and is a small molecule modality. Elocon is FDA-approved for various allergic and inflammatory conditions, including allergic rhinitis, asthma, and atopic dermatitis. The medication is off-patent, with 15 generic manufacturers available. Key safety considerations include its low bioavailability and short half-life.
At a glance
| Generic name | MOMETASONE FUROATE |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Merck & Co. |
| Drug class | Corticosteroid |
| Target | Progesterone receptor |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Oncology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
| First approval | 1987 |
Mechanism of action
NASONEX Nasal Spray 50 mcg is corticosteroid demonstrating potent anti-inflammatory properties. The precise mechanism of corticosteroid action on allergic rhinitis is not known. Corticosteroids have been shown to have wide range of effects on multiple cell types (e.g., mast cells, eosinophils, neutrophils, macrophages, and lymphocytes) and mediators (e.g., histamine, eicosanoids, leukotrienes, and cytokines) involved in inflammation.In two clinical studies utilizing nasal antigen challenge, NASONEX Nasal Spray, 50 mcg decreased some markers of the early- and late-phase allergic response. These observations included decreases (vs. placebo) in histamine and eosinophil cationic protein levels, and reductions (vs. baseline) in eosinophils, neutrophils, and epithelial cell adhesion proteins. The clinical significance of these findings is not known.The effect of NASONEX Nasal Spray, 50 mcg on nasal mucosa following 12 months of treatment was examined in 46 patients w
Approved indications
- Allergic Rhinitis Prevention
- Allergic asthma
- Allergic rhinitis
- Asthma
- Asthma management
- Atopic dermatitis
- Chronic Non-Allergic Rhinitis
- Contact dermatitis
- Discoid lupus erythematosus
- Eruption of skin
- Granuloma annulare
- Lichen simplex chronicus
- Non-allergic asthma
- Plaque psoriasis
- Primary cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
- Pruritus ani
- Pruritus of genital organs
- Scalp psoriasis
- Seborrheic dermatitis
Common side effects
- Skin atrophy
- Decreased glucocorticoid levels
- Unspecified skin disorder
- Bacterial skin infection
- Irritation
- Dryness
- Folliculitis
- Hypertrichosis
- Acneiform eruptions
- Hypopigmentation
- Perioral dermatitis
- Allergic contact dermatitis
Key clinical trials
- Long-term Safety and Efficacy Evaluation of Lunsekimig in Adult Participants With Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP) Who Completed a Previous Lunsekimig CRSwNP Study (PHASE2)
- A Phase 3 Study to Assess the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of Itepekimab (Anti-IL-33 mAb) in Participants With Inadequately-controlled Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps (PHASE3)
- A Phase 3 Study to Assess the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of Itepekimab (Anti-IL-33 mAb) in Participants With Inadequately-controlled Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps (PHASE3)
- Long-term Safety and Efficacy of TQH2722 Injection in the Treatment of Chronic Sinusitis With or Without Nasal Polyps (PHASE2)
- A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of QMF149 (Indacaterol Acetate/Mometasone Furoate) Versus Budesonide in Children From 6 to Less Than 12 Years of Age With Asthma (PHASE3)
- Efficacy and Safety of LYR-210 for the Treatment of Chronic Rhinosinusitis in Adults (ENLIGHTEN 2) (PHASE3)
- A Proof-of-concept Study of Lunsekimig Compared With Placebo in Adults With Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps (PHASE2)
- A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of QVM149 (Indacaterol Acetate / Glycopyrronium Bromide / Mometasone Furoate) Versus Salmeterol Xinafoate/Fluticasone Propionate in Children From 12 Years to Less Than 18 Years of Age With Asthma. (PHASE3)
Patents
| Patent | Expiry | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 8025635 | 2027-06-12 | Formulation |
| 10232152 | 2034-11-24 | Formulation |
| 10357640 | 2031-10-03 | Method of Use |
| 9585681 | 2026-04-04 | Method of Use |
| 7544192 | 2026-11-29 | Method of Use |
| 10406332 | 2034-03-13 | Formulation |
| 8763222 | 2032-02-08 | Formulation |
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| FDA label | Mechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions |
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
| FDA Orange Book | Patents + exclusivity |
Competitive intelligence
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- Elocon CI brief — competitive landscape report
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- Merck & Co. portfolio CI