Benoquin

Benoquin Ointment is used only for permanent depigmentation of the skin in patients with widespread vitiligo that covers more than half of the body. It is not a cosmetic skin lightener and should never be used for freckles, melasma, or tanning spots.

No. Benoquin Ointment is a strong depigmenting medicine, not a mild cosmetic bleach. Using it for skin lightening in people without vitiligo can cause permanent, uneven loss of skin color.

Individuals should not use Benoquin Ointment if they are allergic to monobenzone or any of its ingredients, or if they want it only for cosmetic lightening. It is strictly for patients with extensive vitiligo.

Yes. Benoquin Ointment often causes irreversible depigmentation. Once the pigment is lost, your skin may remain permanently white and extra sensitive to sunlight.

You should stop using Benoquin Ointment and call your doctor if you develop severe irritation, burning, rashes, or eczema-like skin reactions. In some cases, areas far away from where the medicine was applied may also lose pigment permanently.

Yes. Once your skin is depigmented with Benoquin Ointment, it will remain highly sensitive to sunlight for the rest of your life. You must use sunscreen regularly and protect your skin whenever you are outdoors.

The safety of Benoquin Ointment has not been established in children under 12 years, so it should not be used in younger patients.

Yes. Even areas of normal skin far from the Benoquin Ointment application site may become depigmented. The loss of color may be irregular, excessive, unsightly, and it is often permanent.

The exact time Benoquin Ointment takes to work is not known. However, depigmentation usually occurs within one to four months of treatment. If there is no improvement after four months, your doctor may stop the treatment.