Mometasone+hydroquinone
About Mometasone+hydroquinone
Mometasone+hydroquinone belongs to the class of 'depigmenting agents', primarily used to treat and lighten melasma (brown patches on the face), chloasma (dark skin due to hormonal changes), and hyperpigmentation (darkened skin) due to freckles and age spots. Melasma is a pigmentation disorder that causes brown or grey patches to appear on the skin, primarily on the face.
Mometasone+hydroquinone is composed of two medicines: Mometasone and Hydroquinone. Mometasone belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It blocks prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the skin’s affected area red, swollen, and itchy. On the other hand, Hydroquinone belongs to the class of depigmenting agents. It helps treat the darkened skin by inhibiting melanin synthesis, a skin pigment responsible for pigmentation.
Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose of Mometasone+hydroquinone that suits your condition. Mometasone+hydroquinone has common side effects like itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects usually do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if you face any other symptoms or the side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Mometasone+hydroquinone or other medications. Mometasone may increase the risk of infection in patients exposed to viral illnesses like chickenpox or measles. Do not use Mometasone+hydroquinone on sensitive areas like nostrils, ears, lips, or genitals if the doctor did not advise you. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Mometasone+hydroquinone.
Uses of Mometasone+hydroquinone
Medicinal Benefits
Mometasone+hydroquinone lightens melasma, chloasma, and hyperpigmentation (darkened skin) due to freckles and age spots. It contains Mometasone and Hydroquinone. Mometasone is a corticosteroid and blocks prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the skin’s affected area red, swollen, and itchy. Corticosteroids have anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and antiproliferative (inhibit cell growth) properties. Mometasone is used to treat inflammation and itchiness caused by various skin infections and allergies. Hydroquinone is a depigmenting agent. It helps treat darkened skin by inhibiting melanin synthesis (melanogenesis), a skin pigment responsible for pigmentation. Thus, Hydroquinone acts as a skin-bleaching agent. It also has antioxidant properties and is used in various cosmetic products.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Mometasone+hydroquinone
- Itching
- Dryness
- Redness
- Burning sensation at the application site
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Melasma: It is a pigmentation disorder that causes brown or grey patches to appear on the skin, primarily on the face. These patches are more likely to appear on the cheeks, forehead, nose, and chin. Melasma can be due to hormonal changes, pregnancy, sun exposure, or birth control pills.
Hyperpigmentation: It is a skin condition caused due to excess production of melanin, a skin pigment. This causes darkened skin that appears as spots or patches. It can be treated by lightening creams, retinoids, peels, etc.
FAQs
Mometasone+hydroquinone consists of Mometasone and Hydroquinone. These two medicines treat hyperpigmentation and melasma by relieving itchiness, redness and preventing the synthesis of the natural brown pigment called melanin, responsible for the skin's darkening.
Mometasone+hydroquinone is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not put bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Mometasone+hydroquinone unless the doctor advised. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina, rinse with cold water. Do not apply Mometasone+hydroquinone on open wounds, lesions, and blisters.
Please consult your doctor before using Mometasone+hydroquinone if you have any viral/fungal skin infections. Let your doctor also know if you are allergic to Mometasone+hydroquinone or any of its components.
Mometasone+hydroquinone, when used for longer periods, may cause thinning and weakening of the skin. Please stop using Mometasone+hydroquinone and immediately consult your doctor if you notice these symptoms.
Please do not stop using Mometasone+hydroquinone on your own even if the symptoms are relieved. Your symptoms may improve before the skin condition is completely cured. Continue the usage of Mometasone+hydroquinone until your course advised by the doctor is finished.
Mometasone+hydroquinone can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of sunlight. Hence it is advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Mometasone+hydroquinone. It is also recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps.
