Description
Lumacip Plus Cream | Lumacip Cream | Hydroquinone
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | India | |||||
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DOSAGE FORM | Cream | |||||
EQUIVALENT BRAND | Alustra | |||||
GENERIC NAME | Hydroquinone | |||||
INDICATION | Hyperpigmentation, Melasma | |||||
MANUFACTURER | Cipla Ltd | |||||
PACKAGING | 15 gm in 1 tube | |||||
COMPOSITION | Hydroquinone (2% w/w) Hydroquinone (4% w/w) + Tretinoin (0.05% w/w) +Fluocinolone acetonide (0.01% w/w) | |||||
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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
It is used in the treatment of melasma. It is a skin-lightening medicine that 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.
It is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as some side effects may be increased.
It has a few potential side effects but not everyone will get them. These may include dry skin, itching, skin burn, skin peeling, and skin redness. Serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare but let your doctor know if you’re bothered by side effects or they do not go away. Make sure you read the instructions that come with your medicine. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental contact, you should rinse your eyes thoroughly with water.
You can start applying Lumacip-Cream to a small portion of unbroken skin or near the pigmented area for a period of several days for checking an allergic reaction. You should discontinue it if itching, excessive inflammation, or swelling occurs. Pregnant women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. If no improvement is seen after two months of treatment, the use of this product should be discontinued.
USES OF LUMACIP-CREAM
- Melasma
BENEFITS OF LUMACIP-CREAM
This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LUMACIP-CREAM
Common side effects of Lumacip
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Dryness and fissuring of paranasal and infraorbital areas
- Stinging sensation
HOW TO USE LUMACIP-CREAM
HOW LUMACIP-CREAM WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
Liver