Hydroquinone Cream USP 4% is very useful for lightening the darkened skin areas caused by sunlight, exposure to ultraviolet rays, pregnancy, skin injury, and due to hyperpigmentation. It helps in blocking the pigmentation for producing cells which cause black spots on skin, with the help of this cream, it leads to fading the black and brownish spots in skin.
To clear hyperpigmentation, this Hydroquinone Cream acts as a bleaching agent. The reason for the darkening of the skin surface is hyperpigmentation because of the production of melanin in the skin, which is responsible for our skin colors, whether it is brown, tan, grey, or black.
Chemical Properties
- Hydroquinone – 4%
- Methyl Paraben – 0.18%
- Propyl Parben – 0.02%
Chemical formula: C6H6O2
Benefits:
With this cream, you can lighten the dark skin. Which darkened due to pigmentation, or sun exposure, Ultraviolet rays from the sun, pregnancy, and tanning.
How to Use?
This cream helps your skin brighten, but it doesn’t mean use this like a normal cream. This cream is for medicinal use. Application of this cream on the affected site and rub softly. For better results, avoid sun exposure because your skin may get irritated. Always use this cream after testing, because skin may be sensitive, so apply this cream under your ear and check within 24 hours for any effects.
Important Note
Before using this cream, make sure you don’t have a history of skin allergy and as it may cause complications for sensitive people.
Side effects:
- Skin irritation and itching
- May cause redness and swelling where the cream is applied
- It causes dryness of the skin
- If this cream is not suitable for you, it causes a burning and stinging sensation on the surface where you applied this cream
- Rare chances of skin discoloration
Serious Side Effects
Some people with sensitive skin may experience severe asthmatic episodes or a life-threatening allergic reaction due to the sodium sulfite in this cream. Avoid exposure to the sun while using this cream since it may induce hyperpigmentation and alter the color of your skin.Reach out to children
Storage
Store this medication at room temperature, don’t exceed 30 degrees.
Note: Always consult your healthcare professional, in dermatologist, who will suggest you using this will be helpful or may be harmful to your skin.
For Pregnancy
It is safe for pregnant women, but you can still confirm with your healthcare provider before using this cream.
Breastfeeding
All creams for the skin are usually absorbed into the skin tissue, so it is not recommended for breastmilk.
Interaction with food and beverages
It does not react with any food or beverages
Interaction with Drugs
Before using this Cream, always consult your healthcare professional first, make sure to convey all the medicines you are taking, and especially ointments.
- Chlorpromazine
- Doxycycline
- Amiodarone
Conclusion
This Hydroquinone cream is very useful for skin brightening, and for better results, you can use it twice daily. Using a small amount of cream helps you in getting your skin color back as it is, but using excess it may cause discoloration.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. At what time should I use this cream for immediate results?
You can use it twice a day, daily, for better results after consulting your medical healthcare.
2. Is there any use of Hydroquinone cream?
While using Hydroquinone cream will lighten the darkened skin. It helps in pigmentation, injuries, and skin discoloration due to sun exposure.
3. Patient with a skin allergic history, use this cream?
People with a history of skin problems history avoid this cream; it may lead to serious skin issues make sure to consult your healthcare professional.
