Melapik -HQ Cream (Hydroquinone 4%)

Description

Melapik Cream is a medicine that consists of Tretinoin, Hydroquinone and Mometasone. It is used for the short-term treatment of moderate-to-severe melasma (a condition where dark, discoloured patches appear on the skin) of the face. This medicine acts by brightening the skin and decreasing the action of chemicals that cause patches, swelling and irritation of the skin.

Melapik Cream may cause some side effects like redness, itching, irritation or burning sensation at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Your doctor may suggest a patch test to check if this medicine is safe and non-allergenic for you before starting the treatment with it. Stop using this medicine if you experience any allergic reactions like hives or difficulty breathing while using it.

Melapik Cream is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin layer of this medicine over the affected parts of your skin. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Rinse with water immediately in case of accidental contact with these areas.

Melapik Cream may make your skin sensitive to sunlight, so use sunscreen to protect your skin. It may take a few days or weeks to improve your condition. Therefore, it is recommended that you complete the whole treatment with this medicine as prescribed.

Melapik Cream should be used only after consultation with your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding. It is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if your condition has not cleared up even after three weeks of the treatment.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Melapik Cream
Lookbrite Cream
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Melabest Cream
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Metacortil-Lite Cream
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Skinlite Cream
Zydus Cadila
Lomela Cream
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Melapik Cream
Burning or stinging sensation at application site
Itchy and dry skin
Swelling of skin at the application site
Peeling and blistering of skin
Skin rash
Change in color and texture of the skin
Red spots on skin
Photosensitivity of skin

Uses of Melapik Cream

What is it prescribed for?
Melasma
Melapik Cream is used to treat moderate-to-severe melasma, a skin condition in which grey-brown patches appear on your face that is usually caused due to sun exposure or hormonal changes (especially during pregnancy).

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid using Melapik Cream if you are allergic to it or any other ingredients present in this formulation. In some cases, it may cause serious allergic reactions like an episode of asthma. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling on the skin, breathing difficulty, etc., seek medical attention immediately.

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Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Melapik Cream is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Melapik Cream is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, care should be taken as the infant does not come into contact with the medicine.
General warnings
External use
Melapik Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth, corners of your nose, or the vagina. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact.
Use in children
Melapik Cream is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available.
Skin sensitivity test
It is advised to perform a sensitivity test or patch test to rule out the possibility of an allergic reaction before starting the regular use of Melapik Cream.
Sun exposure
Use of Melapik Cream may cause severe side effects to the skin on sun exposure. You are advised to take appropriate precautionary measures like using sunscreen while stepping out into the sunlight, during treatment with this medicine.
Other medicines
Melapik Cream may interact with other skincare or medicinal products. Inform your doctor before starting the use of other skincare medicines along with this cream.
Skin reactions
Melapik Cream may cause local skin irritation such as mild burning sensation, itching, dryness, peeling, and blistering of the skin, etc. Contact your doctor if the symptoms do not subside or become severe.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Melapik Cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply two doses at one time to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Melapik Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.

General Instructions

Apply a thin layer of Melapik Cream to the affected area once per a day. Use it at least 30 minutes before bedtime or as instructed by your doctor.

Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.

It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth, corners of your nose, or the vagina. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact.

Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor.

Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.