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Hydroquinone is used to temporarily fade dark skin spots such as freckles and age spots .
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Eldoquin Forte, Lustra, Melquin Hp, Skin Bleaching
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Hydroquinone-Topical
Eldoquin Forte, Lustra, Melquin Hp, Skin Bleaching
Uses
Hydroquinone is used to temporarily fade dark skin spots such as freckles and age spots .
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Discard unused medication after the expiration date noted on the container.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Hydroquinone may be harmful if swallowed.
How To Use
- Hydroquinone is for use on the skin only.
- Use carefully if applying to the face.
- Avoid contact with the eyes and mouth.
- Use as directed, usually twice a day.
- For best results, apply a small amount of medication on the skin to be treated.
- A thin layer is all that is needed.
- Rub in gently.
- Do not use on irritated or broken skin.
Side Effects
- Hydroquinone may cause dry skin, burning, irritation, redness, cracking or peeling of the skin or a rash.
- Inform your doctor if any of these symptoms continue or become worse.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: a skin rash, swelling in the area the medication was applied to.
- Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: a gradual blue-black darkening of the skin (ochronosis).
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Hydroquinone, seek immediate medical attention.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, other infections, any allergies (especially to sulfites, certain brands of Hydroquinone contain sulfites).
- Hydroquinone should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known if Hydroquinone is found in breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not apply it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you use, including: all skin products.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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