Melafect

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  • Contains / Salt: Hydroquinone + Tretinoin + Fluocinolone
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Melafect Information



Melafect Benefits & Uses

Melafect is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Hyperpigmentation

Melafect Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Hyperpigmentation
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area.
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 8 weeks
  • Special Instructions: dose should be apply at least 30 minutes before bedtime, used in melasma
Geriatric
  • Disease: Hyperpigmentation
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 8 weeks
  • Special Instructions: dose should be apply at least 30 minutes before bedtime, used in melasma


Melafect Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Melafect is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

  • Wheezing
  • Headache
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rash
  • Skin scar
  • Skin Thinning
  • Dryness
  • Acne
  • Itching or burning
  • Pale Red Skin

Common

  • Erythema
  • Skin irritation
  • Skin Burning
  • Tingling Sensation
  • Sensation of Stinging
  • Fluid retention

Melafect Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Melafect safe for pregnant women?


    Side effects of Melafect during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

  • Is the use of Melafect safe during breastfeeding?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Melafect in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

  • What is the effect of Melafect on the Kidneys?


    Melafect does not damage the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Melafect on the Liver?


    Melafect does not damage the liver.

  • What is the effect of Melafect on the Heart?


    Melafect has very mild side effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Melafect with Other Drugs

Melafect should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild



Melafect Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Melafect unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Melafect

  • Is this Melafect habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Melafect is addictive.

Melafect Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Melafect


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Melafect together with food.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Melafect


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Melafect and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.



Frequently asked Questions about Melafect

Question about 5 years ago

How does Melafect work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Melafect works by inhibiting the synthesis of melanin which is responsible for dark pigmentation of the skin. In addition, it softens the skin surface which promotes a reduction in scars.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I apply moisturizer over Melafect?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, moisturizer can be applied over the Melafect. First, apply Melafect on the affected area then wait for several minutes after that you can use or apply moisturizer over it.

Question about 5 years ago

How to apply Melafect?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Melafect is safe to use, if it is applied in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as sensitive skin, thinning of the skin, redness, irritation, and burning sensation of the skin. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Melafect treat melasma?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Melafect is used to treat melasma. Melafect blocks the synthesis of melanin pigment in the skin whose excessive concentration causes melasma. Hence, in this way Melafect treats the melasma.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Melafect?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Melafect 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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