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Benoquin Ointment 20.0 gm in 1 tube

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Benoquin Ointment is a product of Mac Laboratories Ltd
Composition: Monobenzone (20% w/w)

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All Details About Benoquin Ointment

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Benoquin Ointment

Description:

Benoquin Ointment 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.

Benoquin Ointment 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.

Benoquin Ointment 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 Benoquin Ointment 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 gently massage the ointment.

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 Benoquin

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Benoquin Ointment during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Benoquin Ointment 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 the body.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

What is Benoquin Ointment used for?

Benoquin Ointment 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 Benoquin Ointment be used for cosmetic skin lightening?

No. Benoquin Ointment 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 Benoquin Ointment?

Individuals should not use Benoquin Ointment 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 Benoquin Ointment cause permanent skin changes?

Affirmative. Benoquin Ointment 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 Benoquin Ointment?

You should stop using Benoquin Ointment 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 Benoquin Ointment increase sun sensitivity?

Affirmative. Once your skin is depigmented with Benoquin Ointment, 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 Benoquin Ointment affect children?

The safety of Benoquin Ointment has not been established in children under 12 years, so it should not be used in younger patients.

Can Benoquin Ointment spread its effects to areas where I do not apply it?

Affirmative. Even areas of normal skin far from the Benoquin Ointment 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 Benoquin Ointment to work?

The exact time Benoquin Ointment 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. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

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

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