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Melgain 5 Lotion

Manufactured byZydus Cadila
ContainsDeca Peptide
Description
Melgain 5 Lotion is a topical medicine used for the treatment of vitiligo (a skin condition in which white patches develop on the skin). It works by inducing skin cells to migrate to the area of the skin with the vitiligo patches. This promotes the formation of melanin (a pigment that darkens the skin) and restores your skin's colour. Melgain 5 Lotion may cause some mild side effects like dry skin, skin irritation, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve with time or worsen. Melgain 5 Lotion is recommended for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin film to the affected area and spread uniformly. Do not use more than the prescribed amount as it will not improve your condition faster, rather might lead to increased side effects. Use this medicine regularly for the prescribed duration to get maximum benefits. It may take a few weeks or months to see improvement in your condition. Melgain 5 Lotion is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any other skin conditions or taking any other medications. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Melgain 5 Lotion

  • Dry skin
  • Skin irritation
  • Burning sensation of skin

Uses of Melgain 5 Lotion

What is it prescribed for?

  • Vitiligo
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Melgain 5 Lotion to show its action is not clinically known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Melgain 5 Lotion remains active in your body is not clinically known.
  • 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 for Melgain 5 Lotion.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    As there is no adequate information regarding the use of Melgain 5 Lotion during pregnancy, it is not recommended for use unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Melgain 5 Lotion is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Melgain 5 Lotion if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

As there is no adequate information regarding the use of Melgain 5 Lotion during pregnancy, it is not recommended for use unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Melgain 5 Lotion is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

External use only

Melgain 5 Lotion is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. In case of accidental contact, thoroughly wash your eyes, nose, or mouth with water.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Melgain 5 Lotion as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Melgain 5 Lotion is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large amounts. 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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply a thin film of the Melgain 5 Lotion to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Wash and dry the affected area before application. Take this medicine for the recommended duration to get maximum benefits. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Melgain 5 Lotion works by inducing skin cells (melanocytes) to migrate to the area of the skin with the vitiligo patches. This promotes the formation of melanin (a pigment that darkens the skin) and restores your skin's colour.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical agents, Repigmenting agent

Schedule

Schedule H

Alkemlabs.com. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 25 November 2021].

https://www.alkemlabs.com/pdf/adverse/Melbild%205mg.pdf>
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Information on this page was last updated on 26 Nov 2021

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