Description
Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream is commonly prescribed in the treatment of melasma or dark brown patches on the skin often noticed during pregnancy in women. Melasma can be caused by extended exposure to the sun, hormonal imbalance during pregnancy, or due to the usage of some medications. It is seen more in women than men and can be characterized by discolored or grey-brown patches that occur mostly on the forehead, cheeks, chin, or nose. Melasma is also called chloasma or a mask of pregnancy. Store the Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
Apply the cream as per the dosage instructions given by your doctor. Do not apply Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream on cut, bruised, or injured skin to avoid any skin irritation. The medication is a combination of lightning or bleaching agents, corticosteroids, and retinoids which are a form of Vitamin A. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Hydroquinone, Tretinoin, Mometasone Furoate, or similar medicines before using this topical medication. Store the Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream away from kids and pets.
How to Use Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream
Carefully read all the instructions given along with the Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream. Wash your hands before and after using the medication. Follow the instructions given below to safely use the Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream.
- Take a pea-sized amount of cream or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Apply the cream generously on the affected area and massage it with your fingers.
- Massage the cream until it gets absorbed by the skin.
- Stop using the Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream in case you notice any allergic reaction.
- With regular usage, you will start seeing the results in 2 weeks.
- Avoid getting the cream in contact with sensitive areas such as eyes, ears, nose and vagina.
Medical Benefits of Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream
The topical medication is composed of three main active ingredients; Hydroquinone, Tretinoin, and Mometasone Furoate. Each ingredient targets the specific problem associated with the melasma. Hydroquinone is a skin-lightening agent that works by decreasing the amount of melanin, a skin pigment responsible for the darkening of the skin. Mometasone is a corticosteroid that works deep inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.
Tretinoin belongs to the class of retinoids which are man-made vitamin A. Retinoid works by increasing the renewal of skin cells, which helps in the natural exfoliation of the skin’s outer layers.
Side Effects of Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream
Mostly there are temporary to mild side effects of Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream that get resolved with time. The side effects may vary in all the users as they depend on the physiological condition and response to the therapy. You shall immediately inform your doctor in case your side effects persist or worsen with time. The wide array of side effects noticed on using the Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream are mentioned as follows:
- Skin pain
- Acne
- Redness, irritation, burning, itching, or stinging sensation of the skin
Safety Precautions
- Consult a doctor before consuming alcohol when using Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream.
- Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream is not safe for children below the age of 12.
- Avoid sun exposure when using Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream as it may make the skin more sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn.
- Immediately rinse with water in case the Hydroquinone Tretinoin Mometasone Furoate Cream comes in contact with the eyes, nose, ears, vagina, or other sensitive areas.
