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Using Melacare Cream For Acne Marks And Tan Helped. Cause Problem Later?

Hi I got to hear about melacare I also saw a friend using it and a remarkable change ...... I git one for myself too as I had acne marks on my cheek and tanned uneven skin tone..... Its just been one week I see a drastic change acne marks have faded and tan is gone....... Will it cause a problem later please advise as I have not had any side effect till now and I have been applying a thin layer all over my face fir a week now.
Fri, 12 Apr 2013
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Melacare Cream (Hydroquinone/Tretinoin/Mometasone) is a topical cream containing 3 active ingredients.. It is a commonly used drug prescribed by dermatologists all over for treatment of pigmented skin conditions....But this drug has to be used strictly according to doctor's advise...There is a specific regime as to how it should be used....It has to be used only at night and that too only for a limited number of days...You cannot continue to use it of your own for long periods as it can cause various side effects then....
Since you have various acne marks and tanning over face, i would advise you to use a sunscreen regularly before you go out in the sun. and consult a dermatologist for proper assessment and treatment

Hope it helps
Dr Geetika Paul
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General & Family Physician,  Dr. Muhammad Ishfaq Habib's  Response
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There are very mild side effects of topical ointments or creams and you can use them for long times however as per protocol such drugs are only advised for a month use as in some cases it develops side effects like rash or skin abruptions

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Using Melacare Cream For Acne Marks And Tan Helped. Cause Problem Later?

hi Welcome to HCM Melacare Cream (Hydroquinone/Tretinoin/Mometasone) is a topical cream containing 3 active ingredients.. It is a commonly used drug prescribed by dermatologists all over for treatment of pigmented skin conditions....But this drug has to be used strictly according to doctor s advise...There is a specific regime as to how it should be used....It has to be used only at night and that too only for a limited number of days...You cannot continue to use it of your own for long periods as it can cause various side effects then.... Since you have various acne marks and tanning over face, i would advise you to use a sunscreen regularly before you go out in the sun. and consult a dermatologist for proper assessment and treatment Hope it helps Dr Geetika Paul