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Generic: fluocinolone/hydroquinone/tretinoin topical
A topical agent - It is used on the skin to treat melasma
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What if I miss a dose?If you miss a dose, skip that dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not use double or extra doses.What may interact with this medicine?
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine?Improvement of the treated areas occurs gradually. It may take up to 8 weeks of treatment before the full effects of this medicine are seen. After stopping treatment, the melasma spots may darken again over time and return.Excessive or prolonged application of this cream may cause the treated areas or surrounding skin to become temporarily lighter than your normal skin. Discontinue application of this medicine to any such affected areas. If sensitivity or increased irritation occurs or if the melasma spots become darker with treatment, stop using this medicine and contact your doctor. Do not get this medicine in the eyes, inside the nose, on wounds, or any other sensitive areas of skin. If it gets in your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact your doctor or health care professional. This medicine can make you more sensitive to the sun. Keep out of the sun. If you cannot avoid being in the sun, wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Do not use sun lamps or tanning beds/ booths. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant. Ask your doctor or health care professional for effective birth control measures if you are a female and able to have children. To reduce skin dryness you may use a moisturizer in the morning after you wash your face. Do not use the following products on the same areas that you are treating with this medicine, unless directed by your doctor or health care professional: other topical agents with a strong skin drying effect such as products with a high alcohol content, astringents, spices, the peel of lime or other citrus, medicated soaps or shampoos, permanent wave solutions, electrolysis, hair removers or waxes, or any other preparations or processes that might dry or irritate your skin. Ask your doctor or health care professional before using these products. |
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