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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 is this medicine?FLUOCINOLONE; HYDROQUINONE; TRETINOIN (floo oh SIN oh lone; hye droe KWIN ohn; TRET i noe in) is a combination of a corticosteroid, a retinoid similar to vitamin A, and a drug used to lighten the skin. It is used on the skin to treat melasma. Melasma is a condition that causes dark spots on the face, especially the cheeks and forehead.This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
How should I use this medicine?This medicine is for external use only. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Gently wash your face with a mild cleanser. Do not use a washcloth to cleanse, just use your fingers. Rinse and pat your skin dry. Apply just enough cream to cover the discolored spots and about one- half inch of the normal skin surrounding the affected area. Lightly rub onto your skin. The medicine should become invisible almost at once. If you can still see the medicine, you are using too much. Use your medicine at regular intervals. Do not use it more often than directed.Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. This medicine is not approved for use in children. Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others. |
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