Melano 0.01%+4%+0.05% (Cream)
30 gm tube: ৳ 200.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fluocinolone acetonide hydroquinone tretinoin |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
Indications
- short-term treatment
- moderate to severe melasma
- avoiding sun exposure
- use of sunscreen
Pharmacology
- contains Fluocinolone Acetonide
- contains Hydroquinone
- contains Tretinoin
- mechanism of action unknown
- corticosteroid for topical use
- depigmenting agent
- keratolytic agent
Dosage & Administration
- applied once daily at night
- applied 30 minutes before bedtime
- gentle face and neck wash
- application to hyperpigmented areas
- use of sunscreen during the day
- pediatric use not established
Interaction
- avoid medicated or abrasive soaps
- avoid cosmetics with drying effects
- avoid products with high alcohol concentration
- avoid keratolytic drugs
- avoid medications with photosensitizing effects
Contraindications
- contraindicated in individuals with hypersensitivity or allergy
Side Effects
- severe allergic reactions
- trouble breathing
- asthma attacks
- redness
- peeling
- burning
- dryness
- itching
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category C
- potential teratogenic effects
- no adequate studies in pregnant women
- caution in nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- may cause mild to moderate irritation
- potential for systemic absorption
- reversible Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis suppression
- manifestations of Cushing's syndrome
- hyperglycemia
- glucosuria
Therapeutic Class
- Hydroquinone Preparations
Storage Conditions
- store in cool & dry place
- protected from light
- keep out of reach of children