Hydroquinone
Generic Name: hydroquinone
Brand Names:
Hydroquinone 4%
DESCRIPTION Each gram of Hydroquinone USP, 4% Skin Bleaching Cream contains 40 mg of hydroquinone USP, in a vanishing cream base of aqua (water), BHT, cetyl alcohol, disodium EDTA, glycerin, glycolic acid, methylparaben, propylparaben, saponins, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium metabisulfite, stearyl alcohol, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, and tocopheryl acetate. Chemically, hydroquinone is C 6 H 6 O 2 and has a molecular weight of 110.11.
Overview
DESCRIPTION Each gram of Hydroquinone USP, 4% Skin Bleaching Cream contains 40 mg of hydroquinone USP, in a vanishing cream base of aqua (water), BHT, cetyl alcohol, disodium EDTA, glycerin, glycolic acid, methylparaben, propylparaben, saponins, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium metabisulfite, stearyl alcohol, tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, and tocopheryl acetate. Chemically, hydroquinone is C 6 H 6 O 2 and has a molecular weight of 110.11.
Uses
INDICATIONS & USAGE Hydroquinone USP, 4% Skin Bleaching Cream is indicated for the gradual bleaching of hyperpigmented skin conditions such as chloasma, melasma, freckles, senile lentigines, and other unwanted areas of melanin hyperpigmentation.
Dosage
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION Hydroquinone USP, 4% Skin Bleaching Cream should be applied to affected areas and rubbed in well twice daily, in the morning and before bedtime, or as directed by a physician. If no improvement is seen after 2 months of treatment, use of this product should be discontinued. There is no recommended dosage for pediatric patients under 12 years of age except under the advice and supervision of a physician.
Side Effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions have been reported: dryness and fissuring of paranasal and infraorbital areas, erythema, and stinging. Occasional hypersensitivity (localized contact dermatitis) may develop. If this occurs, the medication should be discontinued and the physician notified immediately.
Interactions
DRUG INTERACTIONS Patients are cautioned on concomitant use of medications that are known to be photosensitizing.
Warnings
WARNINGS Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions including anaphylactic symptoms and life-threatening or less severe asthmatic episodes in certain susceptible people. The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population is unknown and probably low. Sulfite sensitivity is seen more frequently in asthmatic than in non-asthmatic people. Since this product contains no sunscreen, an effective broad spectrum sun blocking agent should be used and unnecessary solar exposure avoided, or protective clothing should be worn to cover bleached skin in order to prevent repigmentation from occurring. Hydroquinone may produce exogenous ochronosis, a gradual blue-black darkening of the skin. CONTRAINDICATIONS Prior history of sensitivity or allergic reaction to hydroquinone or to any of the ingredients of the product. The safety of topical hydroquinone use during pregnancy or for children (12 years and under) has not been established.
Pregnancy
PREGNANCY Teratogenic Effects: 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. Topical hydroquinone should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
Storage
HOW SUPPLIED Hydroquinone USP, 4% Skin Bleaching Cream is available as follows: 1 oz (28.4 g) tube (NDC 75834-137-01) STORAGE Hydroquinone USP, 4% Skin Bleaching Cream should be stored at controlled room temperature (20-25°C) (68-77°F). Darkening of this product is normal. This will not affect performance or safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hydroquinone used for?▼
INDICATIONS & USAGE Hydroquinone USP, 4% Skin Bleaching Cream is indicated for the gradual bleaching of hyperpigmented skin conditions such as chloasma, melasma, freckles, senile lentigines, and other unwanted areas of melanin hyperpigmentation.
What are the side effects of Hydroquinone?▼
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions have been reported: dryness and fissuring of paranasal and infraorbital areas, erythema, and stinging. Occasional hypersensitivity (localized contact dermatitis) may develop. If this occurs, the medication should be discontinued and the physician notified immediately.
Can I take Hydroquinone during pregnancy?▼
PREGNANCY Teratogenic Effects: 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. Topical hydroquinone should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
What are the important warnings for Hydroquinone?▼
WARNINGS Contains sodium metabisulfite, a sulfite that may cause allergic-type reactions including anaphylactic symptoms and life-threatening or less severe asthmatic episodes in certain susceptible people. The overall prevalence of sulfite sensitivity in the general population is unknown and probably low. Sulfite sensitivity is seen more frequently in asthmatic than in non-asthmatic people. Since this product contains no sunscreen, an effective broad spectrum sun blocking agent should be used and unnecessary solar exposure avoided, or protective clothing should be worn to cover bleached skin in order to prevent repigmentation from occurring. Hydroquinone may produce exogenous ochronosis, a gradual blue-black darkening of the skin. CONTRAINDICATIONS Prior history of sensitivity or allergic reaction to hydroquinone or to any of the ingredients of the product. The safety of topical hydroquinone use during pregnancy or for children (12 years and under) has not been established.
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