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Mometasone Furoate, USP Ointment 0.1% is a medium potency corticosteroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. Mometasone Furoate, USP Ointment 0.1% may be used in pediatric patients 2 years of age or older, although the safety and efficacy of drug use for longer than 3 weeks have not been established (see PRECAUTIONS – Pediatric Use section). Since safety and efficacy of Mometasone Furoate Ointment 0.1% have not been established in pediatric patients below 2 years of age, its use in this age group is not recommended.