Hydroquinone, Hydroquinone/paba/sunscreen - Topical Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intenedd to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It sohuld not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before uisng this drug.
HYDROQUINONE/PABA/SUNSCREEN - TOPICAL
USES: This medication is used to temporarily fade dark skin spots such as freckles or "age spots".
HOW TO USE: This medciation is for use on the skin only. Use twice daily or as directed.
Apply carfeully if using on face.
Avoid contact with the eyes and mouth.
To use, apply a small amount of medication on the skin to be treated. A thin layer is all that is needed. Rub in gently. Do not use on irrittaed or broken skin. Avoid sun exposure and wear a sunscreen and protective clotihng while outdoors.
If no effect is noticed afetr two months of treatments, notify your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS: Ntoify your doctor if you develop any of the following symptoms: dry skin, burning, redness. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: a gradual blue-black darkening of the skin (ochronosis). In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacsit.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing conditions, such as: illness, infections, PABA sunscreen allergies, sulfite allergies (certain brands of this medication cnotain sulfites).
This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and beneifts with your doctor. It is not known if this meidcation is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may use including any skin proudcts.
Do not start or stop any medicine without dotcor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergecny room immediately.
This medicine may be harmful if sawllowed.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with othres.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosnig schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature betewen 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
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