Melalite Cream (Hydroquinone Topical Cream) - Product Information
Melalite Cream is a depigmenting agent which is applied to bleach darkened skin prevalent in different skin conditions such as freckles, age spots, cholasma, and melasma.
The active ingredient in Melalite Cream is Hydroquinone, which belongs to a group of medications called melanin synthesis inhibitor.
In our online pharmacy, Melalite Cream is available in a tube of 30 g which contains 4 %w/w of Hydroquinone.
We also have in stock A-Ret Gel (Generic Tretinoin Gel) which is also used for the treatment of various skin conditions such as Acne vulgaris (acne), photoaging and melasma.
Name of the Drug
Melalite Cream.
Melalite Cream are also available under different brand names such as Claripel Plus Cream, Depig, Eslite, Eukroma, Hypig, Melanorm, Nuquin, Xiar-HC. Melalite Cream is also known as Generic Hydroquinone Topical Cream and Hydroquinone skin bleaching cream.
Manufacturer of Melalite Cream
Melalite Cream, available in our online pharmacy are manufactured by Abbott India Ltd.
Website: www.abbott.com
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient
The active ingredient present in Melalite Cream is Hydroquinone.
Each 30 g tube of Melalite Cream contains 4 %w/w of Hydroquinone.
What is Melalite Cream Used For?
Melalite Cream, manufactured by Abbott India Ltd. in the strength of 4 %w/w of Hydroquinone, is a depigmenting agent.
Hydroquinone Topical Cream is commonly used to bleach darkened skin which is characteristic in various skin conditions such as freckles, age spots, cholasma, and melasma.
The active ingredient in Melalite Cream is Hydroquinone, which belongs to a class of medications called melanin synthesis inhibitor. Hydroquinone Topical Cream is also used to lighten skin discolorations which accompany various medical conditions and treatments such as pregnancy, skin trauma, hormone replacement therapy, birth control pills.
Hydroquinone is a skin-bleaching substance which lightens the skin by preventing the occurrence of an enzyme reaction in skin cells.
Melalite Cream Dosage - How to Apply Hydroquinone Topical Cream?
Generic Hydroquinone Topical Cream should be used exactly as suggested by your doctor. Your doctor may suggest a dosage depending on your medical condition, age, body weight, other medical conditions, and other current medications.
Before starting the treatment with Melalite Cream, smear a small amount of this medicine to an area of undamaged skin, and examine the site of treatment within 24 hours for any serious side effects. If the site of treatment shows any signs of itching, redness, puffiness, or blistering, Melalite Cream may most probably not be suitable your skin type and you should not use Melalite Cream for the treatment of your skin condition.
Please contact your doctor for further instructions. In case there is just mild redness after the preliminary treatment, you can continue using Melalite Cream for the treatment of your medical condition.
Melalite Cream should be applied only to the affected areas of skin, usually twice daily or as suggested by your doctor. Before applying the Melalite Cream, wash and dry the affected areas thoroughly. Gently rub Melalite Cream into the area of treatment until the cream is uniformly spread. Wash your hands immediately after using Melalite Cream, unless your hands itself are intended for treatment. Melalite Cream is intended for topical administration only.
If Melalite Cream is applied incorrectly, you may develop unpleasant skin reaction. Avoid sensitive areas like the area around the eyes, lips, and nostrils while applying Melalite Cream. If Melalite Cream is accidentally applied in these areas, please flush the areas thoroughly with plenty of water.
Melalite Cream should be used regularly to achieve its therapeutic benefit. Use Melalite Cream at the same times every day to help you better remember your dosage and to avoid missing a dose.
Please consult your doctor for exact dosing instructions. Melalite Cream(Generic Hydroquinone Topical Cream) should be administered in the dose prescribed by the doctor and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
Missed Dose
If you miss your regular dose of Hydroquinone Topical Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. You can continue your regular schedule the next day. If you remember the missed dose of Hydroquinone Topical Cream the next day, apply the cream as per your regular dosing schedule and skip the missed dose.
Do not administer a double dose to compensate the missed dose of Hydroquinone Topical Cream.
Melalite Cream Mechanism of Action – How Does Hydroquinone Topical Cream Work?
Melalite Cream is a de-pigmenting agent, which belongs to a class of medications known as melanin synthesis inhibitor.
Hydroquinone is the active ingredient in Melalite cream, which reduces the production of melanin (a pigment in the skin which is responsible for brown coloration) in the skin, thus producing its skin bleaching effect.
Storage
Store Melalite Cream at controlled room temperature (20°C to 25°C), protected from heat, moisture, and sunlight. Excursions are permitted from 15°C to 30°C.
Retain the original packing of the medication and do not use Hydroquinone Topical Cream beyond its expiration date. Keep the pack of Generic Melalite Cream away from the reach of children and pets.
Do not discard Hydroquinone Topical Cream along with domestic waste or sewage. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the correct method of disposal.
Contraindications
Melalite Cream is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to Hydroquinone or any inactive ingredient present in Melalite Cream.
Overdose
There have been no systemic reactions reported from the use of topical Hydroquinone ( Melalite Cream).
Warnings and Precautions to be taken when using Melalite Cream
Medical History
Before beginning the treatment with Melalite Cream (Generic Hydroquinone Topical Cream), discuss your personal and family medical history with your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have any existing medical conditions which may affect the treatment with Hydroquinone Topical Cream. Let your doctor known if you have asthma, other skin conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis).
Allergy
Please inform your doctor if you have an allergy or have had an allergic reaction in the past to Hydroquinone or any inactive ingredient such as sulfites in Melalite Cream. Please tell your doctor if you have any other allergies.
Hydroquinone Interactions
Before beginning the topical therapy of Hydroquinone Topical Cream, please tell your doctor about all your present medications including prescription drugs, over the counter medications, mineral supplements, herbal products, and vitamins. Generic Hydroquinone Topical Cream may have drug interactions with certain other medications. Inform your doctor if you are using medications containing resorcinol, phenol, or salicylic acid.
Side Effects of Melalite Cream
The following side effects have been reported during the course of treatment with Melalite Cream (Generic Hydroquinone Topical Cream):
- Hypersensitivity-burning, irritation, blistering, hives, peeling, itching, redness, rash, stinging, burning, swelling of the skin at the site of treatment
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects. This is not an exhaustive list of all the potential side effects of Melalite Cream. If you develop any other medical conditions during the course of treatment with Hydroquinone Topical Cream, please contact your doctor immediately.
Hydroquinone Topical Cream during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Hydroquinone Topical Cream (Melalite Cream) has been classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category C .
Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with topical hydroquinone. It is also not known whether topical hydroquinone can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity.
Pregnant women should use Hydroquinone Topical Cream only when it is clearly required for the treatment of their medical condition.
It is not known if Hydroquinone can be transmitted through breastmilk. Expectant women and breast feeding mothers, who are using Hydroquinone Topical Cream for their skin conditions, should consult with their doctor to determine the therapeutic benefits and associated risks of the medication.
Do not use this medicine without your doctor's consent in case you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment.
Buy Hydroquinone 4% Topical Cream (Melalite Cream) Online at Only $7.90 per Tube
You can buy Hydroquinone 4% Topical Cream online from Everest Online Pharmacy at a cheap price. Melalite 4% Cream, manufactured by Abbott India Limited, is supplied in a tube of 30 grams. A single tube costs only $7.90 when you place an order for 10 tubes.
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