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Albaquin 20% Cream 20.0 gm in 1 tube

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Albaquin 20% Cream is a product of Puneet Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Composition: Monobenzone (20% w/w)

Pack of 20 gm

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Albaquin 20% Cream

Description:

Albaquin 20% Cream is used for depigmentation. It is used to permanently lighten the skin in people with extensive vitiligo. It works by increasing the elimination of melanin from skin cells.

Albaquin 20% Cream is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as some side effects may be increased.

Albaquin 20% Cream has a few potential side effects but not everyone will get them. These may include application site reactions like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. Earnest allergic reaction to this drug is rare but let your doctor know if you’re bothered by side effects or they do not go away. Make sure you read the instructions that come with your medicine. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of accidental contact, you should rinse your eyes thoroughly with water.

You can start applying Albaquin 20% Cream to a small portion of unbroken skin or near the pigmented area for a period of several days for checking allergic reaction. You should discontinue it if itching, excessive inflammation, or swelling occurs. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. If no improvement is seen after two months of treatment, the use of this product should be discontinued.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Albaquin

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Albaquin 20% 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
CAUTION
Albaquin 20% Cream should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

What is Albaquin 20% Cream used for?

Albaquin 20% Cream is used only for permanent depigmentation of the skin in patients with widespread vitiligo that covers more than half of the body. It is not a cosmetic skin lightener and should never be used for freckles, melasma, or tanning spots.

Can Albaquin 20% Cream be used for cosmetic skin lightening?

No. Albaquin 20% Cream is a strong depigmenting medicine, not a mild cosmetic bleach. Using it for skin lightening in people without vitiligo can cause permanent, uneven loss of skin color.

Who should not use Albaquin 20% Cream?

Individuals should not use Albaquin 20% Cream if they are allergic to monobenzone or any of its ingredients, or if they want it only for cosmetic lightening. It is strictly for patients with extensive vitiligo.

Can Albaquin 20% Cream cause permanent skin changes?

Affirmative. Albaquin 20% Cream often causes irreversible depigmentation. Once the pigment is lost, your skin may remain permanently white and extra sensitive to sunlight.

What serious side effects should I watch for while using Albaquin 20% Cream?

You should stop using Albaquin 20% Cream and call your doctor if you develop severe irritation, burning, rashes, or eczema-like skin reactions. In some cases, areas far away from where the medicine was applied may also lose pigment permanently.

Does Albaquin 20% Cream increase sun sensitivity?

Affirmative. Once your skin is depigmented with Albaquin 20% Cream, it will remain highly sensitive to sunlight for the rest of your life. You must use sunscreen regularly and protect your skin whenever you are outdoors.

Can Albaquin 20% Cream affect children?

The safety of Albaquin 20% Cream has not been established in children under 12 years, so it should not be used in younger patients.

Can Albaquin 20% Cream spread its effects to areas where I do not apply it?

Affirmative. Even areas of normal skin far from the Albaquin 20% Cream application site may become depigmented. The loss of color may be irregular, excessive, unsightly, and it is often permanent.

How long does it take for Albaquin 20% Cream to work?

The exact time Albaquin 20% Cream takes to work is not known. However, depigmentation usually occurs within one to four months of treatment. If there is no improvement after four months, your doctor may stop the treatment.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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