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Solaquin Manufacturer: ICN
Common Uses of Solaquin:
This medicine is a skin bleaching agent used to temporarily lighten dark-colored patches of skin (also called melasma, liver spots, age spots, freckles) caused by pregnancy, birth control pills, hormone medicine, or injury to the skin. This medicine also contains sunscreens to help prevent dark spots from re-occurring due to sunlight or ultraviolet light exposure. This medicine works by blocking the chemical process (enzymes) in the skin that leads to discoloration.
How To Use Solaquin:
Use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. APPLY A THIN LAYER OF MEDICINE TO THE AREA that is being treated and rub it in thoroughly. Wash your hands when you are done. Certain brands of this medicine should not be rubbed in. Check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if your brand should be rubbed in. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from light and moisture. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Solaquin Cautions:
BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE, apply a small amount to an unbroken patch of skin. Check in 24 hours for any serious side effects (See
Possible Side Effects of Solaquin:
ection). If any serious side effects occur, do not use this medicine. Contact your doctor. AVOID CONTACT WITH THE EYES. DO NOT USE on irritated or injured skin. AFTER YOUR INITIAL THERAPY IS COMPLETE, it is important to protect the treated area from the sun by applying sunscreen or wearing protective clothing daily. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
SOLAQUIN
Generic Version of Solaquin: E: HYDROQUINONE WITH SUNSCREEN (HYE-droe-kwin-own with SUN-screen)Solaquin Manufacturer: ICN
Common Uses of Solaquin:
This medicine is a skin bleaching agent used to temporarily lighten dark-colored patches of skin (also called melasma, liver spots, age spots, freckles) caused by pregnancy, birth control pills, hormone medicine, or injury to the skin. This medicine also contains sunscreens to help prevent dark spots from re-occurring due to sunlight or ultraviolet light exposure. This medicine works by blocking the chemical process (enzymes) in the skin that leads to discoloration.
How To Use Solaquin:
Use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. APPLY A THIN LAYER OF MEDICINE TO THE AREA that is being treated and rub it in thoroughly. Wash your hands when you are done. Certain brands of this medicine should not be rubbed in. Check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if your brand should be rubbed in. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from light and moisture. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Solaquin Cautions:
BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE, apply a small amount to an unbroken patch of skin. Check in 24 hours for any serious side effects (See
Possible Side Effects of Solaquin:
ection). If any serious side effects occur, do not use this medicine. Contact your doctor. AVOID CONTACT WITH THE EYES. DO NOT USE on irritated or injured skin. AFTER YOUR INITIAL THERAPY IS COMPLETE, it is important to protect the treated area from the sun by applying sunscreen or wearing protective clothing daily. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
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