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Melalong AD Cream
Manufactured byAJANTA PHARMA LTD
ContainsMequinol (2 %w/w) + Tretinoin (0.01 %w/w)
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Description
Melalong AD Cream is used for the treatment of solar lentigines (darkened skin) and related hyperpigmented lesions caused due to repeated sun exposure and with advancing age.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Melalong AD Cream
Redness of the skin
Burning, stinging, or irritation at the application site
Dry skin
Skin discoloration
Skin peeling
Patchy appearance of skin
Uses of Melalong AD Cream
What is it prescribed for?
Solar lentigines
This medicine is used for the treatment of solar lentigines (darkened skin) and related hyperpigmented lesions caused due to repeated sun exposure and with advancing age. It is also used for the management of wrinkles, rough patches, and patchy skin color associated with excess UV/sunlight exposure.
Melasma
This medicine is used to treat melasma, a skin problem that causes dark, discolored patches on the skin, usually on the cheeks, forehead, nose, and chin.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to mequinol, tretinoin, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Eczema
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from eczema due to the increased risk of severe irritation to the eczematous skin. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Exposure to sun
The use of this medicine may cause adverse reactions to the skin on sun exposure. You are advised to take appropriate precautionary measures while stepping out into sunlight during treatment with this medicine.
Use in children
The safety and effectiveness of this medicine has not been clinically established in children
Other skin products
This medicine may interact with other skincare or medicinal products. Consult your doctor before starting the use of other products along with this medicine.
Use on skin
This medicine is recommended for use only on the skin. Do not apply this cream in your eyes; on your eyelids, lips, mouth, vagina, or the corners of your nose.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Mequinol acts on the chemicals in the skin that causes darkening or pigmentation. Tretinoin works by affecting the growth and maturation of skin cells.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Miscellaneous topical agents, Skin lightening agent
Schedule
Schedule H
Mequinol - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 2 July 2020]. Available from:
4-Methoxyphenol [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 2 July 2020]. Available from:
Tretinoin - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 2 July 2020]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 4 Jul 2020
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