Hydroquinone

Hydroquinone is a hypopigmenting agent. Hydroquinone is the reduced form of quinone, containing two hydroxyl groups. Hydroquinone is applied topically to bleach hyperpigmented skin. Hydroquinone is used to temporarily fade dark skin spots such as freckles, lentigo, melasma and age spots.


Adult Dose
Dose: 2 to 4
Single Dose: 3 (3)
Frequency: 12 hourly
Route: Topical
Instructions: APPLY 2-3 times or as prescribed by the physician.
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
belongs to Quinol. It belongs to Dermatological Products pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Hydroquinone is 110.10.
Contraindications
Hydroquinone is contraindicated in conditions like Broken skin.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Hydroquinone, which give rise to further complications include Convulsions, Tremors.The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Hydroquinone include Hives, difficulty in breathing.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Hydroquinone are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Redness, Itching, Burning, Stinging.
Indications
Hydroquinone is primarily indicated in conditions like Freckles, Hyperpigmentation, Melasma.
Interactions
Hydroquinone is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementSodium ThiosulphateConcomitant use may result in excessive irritation or drying. Moderate These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Interfrence
Plasma Cortisol Test ACTH Stimulation testUrinary free cortisol testACTH stimulation test
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Soln, Cream , Gel Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Warnings
Hydroquinone should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. It should be used with caution in patients with any pre-existing illness, infection or allergy, especially to sulfites.It shoud not be appleid to surnburnt skin, It should not be used to bleach eyelashes or eye brous, constact with eyes should be avoided.
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