Melacare CreamRx only

Product information

What Melacare Cream is used for

• Melasma
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
• Dark spots and uneven tone
• Allergic rhinitis and nasal polyps (spray)
• Asthma prevention (inhaler)
• Eczema and psoriasis (cream and ointment)

How it works

Hydroquinone

Hydroquinone blocks tyrosinase, the enzyme that makes melanin, so the skin gradually produces less pigment in the treated area.

Mometasone

Mometasone is a potent steroid that reduces inflammation locally with very little absorption into the rest of the body.

Common side effects

• Irritation and redness
• Dryness
• Increased sun sensitivity
• Temporary lightening of surrounding normal skin
• Nose bleeds and dryness
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Skin thinning with prolonged use on the face

Most side effects are mild and settle as your body adjusts. Tell your doctor if any of them persist or trouble you.

Safety advice

Quick tips

• Use it in courses of 3 to 4 months with breaks, under a dermatologist's guidance
• Daily sunscreen is essential — without it the treatment will not work
• Stop and consult if the skin darkens rather than lightens
• Point the nasal spray outward, away from the central wall of the nose
• Do not use the strong cream on the face unless specifically told to
• The spray takes a few days to reach full effect

Substitutes with the same composition

212 brands with the same salt and strength — same form first, then cheapest. Pack size and form can still differ, and the same salt does not suit every patient. Please confirm with our pharmacist before switching.

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