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MEDICATION SAFETY

Hydroquinone safety summary

  • INN
  • hydroquinone
  • topical cream or gel

Hydroquinone is a depigmenting medicine applied only to melasma patches during a time-limited, supervised course.

Applied sparingly to dark patches only, together with strict daily sun protection.

  • Use only as prescribed on the affected skin.
  • Follow the treatment plan and review schedule your doctor gives you.

Stop using it and get medical advice if you develop a serious reaction.

  • Blue-black darkening of the skin, which can indicate ochronosis.
  • Severe irritation, swelling or an allergic reaction.

WHEN TO CALL THE DOCTOR

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  • The skin becomes blue-black, painful or markedly inflamed.
  • The patches do not improve within the planned review period.

OFFICIAL SOURCE

This summary is condensed from the regulator's full product leaflet for ease of reading. The complete document — every interaction, dose adjustment and reporting note — is one click away.

AEMPS CIMA — HQUIN 40 mg/g cream

This page summarises information from the regulator-approved leaflet for reference only. It is not medical advice and does not replace the assessment of an EU-licensed doctor. Your doctor will review your individual history, dose and interactions during your consultation.

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