What is Melalite cream used for?

Melalite Forte Cream 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.

What are the side effects of Melalite cream?

Side Effects of Melalite Forte Cream 30 gm

• Dry skin.
• Erythema (skin redness)
• Burning sensation.
• Mild itching.
• Skin irritation.

Is Melalite cream a steroid?

It reduces the amount of a skin pigment (melanin) that causes darkening of skin. This effect is reversible. Mometasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.

Is hydroquinone harmful to the skin?

It is typically used to lighten areas of skin affected by hyperpigmentation disorders, as well as for freckles and age spots. Rodent studies involving very high doses of hydroquinone administered by feeding tube showed the potential to cause cancer, according to the FDA report on hydroquinone skin bleaching products.

Is Melalite cream safe?

Use Melalite 15 Cream 50 gm as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Melalite 15 Cream 50 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience redness, irritation, itching, burning or stinging sensation of the skin.

What does melasma mean?

Melasma is a skin condition characterized by brown or blue-gray patches or freckle-like spots. It’s often called the “mask of pregnancy.” Melasma happens because of overproduction of the cells that make the color of your skin. It is common, harmless and some treatments may help.

What is Melamet?

Melamet cream is a topical medicine that is used for the short term treatment of. It contains a combination of three components, namely Mometasone, Tretinoin, and Hydroquinone. For best results, avoid exposure of the skin to the sun and the use of sunscreen is recommended.

Are hydroquinone creams safe?

If you’re facing any severe adverse effects like itching and other irritation then avoid using it and consult with your doctor. If you’re not facing any of the side effects continue using it then you’re safe to use it.

How long does elocon ointment take to work?

Your skin should start to get better after you’ve used mometasone for a few days. Speak to your doctor if there if your skin does not get better after 14 days, or if your skin gets worse at any time.