Spotclen may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Spotclen is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Spotclen 4% Cream
Introduction
Spotclen is used in the treatment of melasma. It is a skin-lightening medicine which lightens the darkened skin patches and spots(hyperpigmentation). It reduces the amount of skin-darkening pigment called melanin in the skin. It helps in reversible depigmentation of the skin.
Uses of Spotclen
Melasma
Side effects of Spotclen
Common
Erythema (skin redness)
Dry skin
Skin burn
Skin peeling
Itching
How to use Spotclen
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Spotclen works
Spotclen is a skin lightening medication. It works by reducing the amount of a pigment (melanin) that causes darkening of skin. It does so by suppressing the activity of tyrosinase, the enzyme required to make melanin.
What if you forget to take Spotclen?
If you miss a dose of Spotclen, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Spotclen helps in lightening of hyperpigmented skin.
It should always be used along with sun-avoidance measures, like using sunscreens (UV-A and UV-B protective) and wearing protective clothing.
Apply a thin film to and around the affected area/lesion.
Avoid getting it in your eyes or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
Apply it as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor with regular follow-up.
Apply a very small amount of cream to check an allergic reaction. Continue with the treatment if no allergic reaction occurs in 24 hours.
Do not apply on broken or infected areas of skin. Discontinue use if you experience irritation or allergy and consult your doctor.
Hydroquinone should be applied to the affected area and rubbed in well. Most discolorations begin to lighten after 4 weeks of treatment but it may take longer. After desired bleaching, use only as needed to maintain results of treatment.
Hydroquinone bleaching is faster, more dependable and easier if the treated area is protected from ultraviolet light. Therefore, exposure to sunlight should be minimized at the period of treatment.
During day, an effective broad-spectrum sunscreen should be used, unnecessary solar exposure should be avoided and protective clothing should be used to prevent repigmentation of treated areas.
After reduction of hyperpigmentation, use of sunscreen agents and/or protective clothing should continue.
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Hyperpigmentated skin conditions
Adult: Apply and rub in a thin layer preparation to affected area bid.
Child Dose
Safety and efficacy in paediatric patients below the age of 12 years have not been established.
Contraindication
Hydroquinone is contraindicated to patients with prior history of hypersensitivity or allergic reaction to hydroquinone or other ingredients in the preparation.
Mode of Action
Hydroquinone is a topical depigmentating agent used in hyperpigmentation conditions by suppressing melanocyte metabolic processes. It also increases melanin excretion from melanocytes and prevents its production.
Precaution
Hydroquinone is a skin bleaching agent which may produce unwanted cosmetic effects if not used as directed. The physician should be familiar with the contents of this insert before prescribing or dispensing this medication.Test for skin sensitivity before using by applying a small amount to an unbroken patch of skin to check in 24 hours. Minor redness is not a contraindication, but where there is itching or vesicle formation or excessive inflammatory response, further treatment is not advised. If no bleaching or lightening effect is noted after 2 months of treatment, the medication should be discontinued.Contact with the eyes and lips should be avoided. Hydroquinone should not be applied to cut or abraded skin.
Lactation: unknown if distributed in breast milk; use caution
Side Effect
Mild skin irritation and sensitization (burning, stinging, and allergic dermatitis)
Dryness and fissuring of paranasal and infraorbital,Ochronosis
Colloid milium (after chronic use of up to 8 years)
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