Information about Hydroquinone

Generic Name : Hydroquinone
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Hydroquinone are provided here.

Pronunciation : hye-droe-KWIN-own

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Hydroquinone, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y56.9 Therapeutic Classification : Miscellaneous Dermatologicals

Trade Names/Brand Names of Hydroquinone

India :

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International :

Esoterica and Melquin

Why is Hydroquinone Prescribed? (Indications)

Hydroquinone is a local cream prescribed for dark or hyper-pigmented skin marks such as freckles (small flat brown marks on the face and sun exposed areas), melasma (brown patches on skin), age spots, and dark spots due to acne, pregnancy-related scars, skin trauma or use of birth control pills. It works by inhibiting tyrosinase, enzyme which is required to make melanin in skin cells. Melanin give the skin the dark color.

When should Hydroquinone not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hydroquinone cream should not be used during pregnancy or in patients allergic to the drug. It is not recommended for children 12 years or below.

What is the dosage of Hydroquinone?

Adult:Local application as 2-4% cream. Apply twice daily on the affected site.

How should Hydroquinone be taken?

Gently rub the cream topically on the skin until it is evenly distributed. It comes as a cream to apply topically.

What are the warnings and precautions for Hydroquinone?

•Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Avoid contact with eyes , mouth and other mucous membranes.

Avoid using this cream on open wounds or other skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.

• Avoid exposure of the affected skin to direct sunlight.

What are the side effects of Hydroquinone?

Local- Mild burning, stinging,tingling, redness, dryness, itching, pimples, rash. Some of the serious effects include blistering, cracking of the skin and ochronosis (bluish black pigmentation on the skin).