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Melalite 15 Cream

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Product introduction

Melalite 15 Cream is a combination medicine that is used in the treatment of hyperpigmentation of the skin. It helps in brightening up the skin and provides protection to the skin from sun rays.

Melalite 15 Cream should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It is for external use only. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Apply only on the affected areas of the skin. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. The most common side effects include skin irritation and burning sensation at the application site.

If this side effect persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case by accident, this medicine goes into your eyes, ears, nose or mouth, immediately rinse it with water. Inform your doctor if you notice darkening or discoloration, or severe burning sensation at the treated skin.

Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. If you are pregnant or suffering from any other condition, please inform your doctor. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers.

Uses of Melalite Cream

Benefits of Melalite Cream

In Treatment of Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation means abnormal darkening of skin, usually in patches. It occurs when an excess of melanin, the brown pigment that produces normal skin color, forms deposits in the skin. Melalite 15 Cream reduces these melanin deposits, lightens skin tone and helps restore normal color of the skin. It also helps to protect the skin from damage by ultraviolet rays of the sun and prevents sunburns.
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 Melalite Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Melalite

  • Skin irritation
  • Burning sensation at the site of application

How to use Melalite Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Melalite Cream works

Melalite 15 Cream is a combination of three medicines: Hydroquinone, Octinoxate, and Benzophenone. Hydroquinone is a skin lightening medicine. It reduces the amount of a skin pigment (melanin) that causes darkening of skin. This effect is reversible. Octinoxate and Benzophenone are organic compounds which work by absorbing ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun, protecting the skin from damage.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Melalite 15 Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Melalite 15 Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Melalite Cream?

If you miss a dose of Melalite 15 Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Melalite 15 Cream to protect your skin from harmful UV rays of the sun.
  • Along with applying it, wear long-sleeved clothing, sunglasses, hat whenever you step outside in the hot sun for better protection.
  • Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.
  • Use moisturizer regularly to overcome skin dryness during the course of treatment.
  • Before using Melalite 15 Cream, inform your doctor if you have any skin problems or are applying any other medicines on your skin.
  • You have been prescribed Melalite 15 Cream to protect your skin from harmful UV rays of the sun.
  • Along with applying it, wear long-sleeved clothing, sunglasses, hat whenever you step outside in the hot sun for better protection.
  • Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.
  • Use moisturizer regularly to overcome skin dryness during the course of treatment.
  • Before using Melalite 15 Cream, inform your doctor if you have any skin problems or are applying any other medicines on your skin.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

Patient concerns

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melalite countinue use krne se skin cancer k chance h ki nhi skin cancer k chance hota h ki nhi melalite cuntinue use krne per plz answer me
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Stop melalite it's not a good cream to be used for long termSkin cancer is a distant thought but it causes more distressful condition of face on continuous use
Light brownish spot on nose cheeks With mild itching She used melalite xl cream for one month but after stop cream its recurrent
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Post a properly focussed picture of the skin condition
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References

  1. Drugs.com. Hydroquinone. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. PubChem. Octinoxate. [Accessed 06 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Bezophenone. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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