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Luminosa M, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Luminosa M also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Luminosa M depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Luminosa M also has some side effects, the most common being Erythema, Skin irritation, Skin Burning. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Luminosa M can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Luminosa M are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Luminosa M's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Luminosa M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy, Eczema must refrain from the use of Luminosa M since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Luminosa M are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Luminosa M may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Luminosa M, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Luminosa M is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Luminosa M safe for pregnant women?
Luminosa M has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Luminosa M without medical advice.
Is the use of Luminosa M safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Luminosa M may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Luminosa M should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Luminosa M on the Kidneys?
Luminosa M is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Luminosa M on the Liver?
Luminosa M is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Luminosa M on the Heart?
You can take Luminosa M without any fear of damage to the heart.
Luminosa M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Luminosa M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Luminosa M habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Luminosa M has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Luminosa M does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Luminosa M only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Luminosa M cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Luminosa M
Taking Luminosa M with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Luminosa M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Luminosa M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Luminosa M is used to treat melasma. Luminosa M blocks the synthesis of melanin pigment in the skin whose excessive concentration causes melasma. Hence, in this way Luminosa M treats the melasma.
Yes, Luminosa M is used for the scar. It is a safe and effective medicine for treating the scar. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised to use it as per your doctor's instructions only.
No, Luminosa M does not cause hyperpigmentation. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, Luminosa M helps in lightening the area affected by hyperpigmentation (darken spot due to high melanin). However, if you are experiencing hyperpigmentation after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Luminosa M is a brand name of hydroquinone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drug known as melanin synthesis inhibitor. It is a skin-lightening product which is used for the treatment of hyperpigmentation/melasma. It is also used to reduce scars and dark circles.
No, Luminosa M should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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