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How To Overcome Side Effects Of Mela-3 Cream?

i used mela3 cream , now i am facing great side effects of that. my skin now can not tolerate hot or cold air and sun light . this effect is temporary or permanent . my skin again come to normal state or not . is there any treatment . i am suffering so much.
Wed, 10 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear,

welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Thanks for your query . Mela-3 contain hydroquinone , teritenoin and steroid . That why this cream should not be used in day time and only be use at night , because ingredients like hydroquinone shows photoallergic reaction when expose to sun light and start damaging skin . Also hydroquinone and steroid has long term side effects .

I would suggest you to immediately stop using this cream , apply aloe vera gel on your skin regularly, also use broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 to prevent further damage of skin , drink atleast 8 glasses of water daily . The above methods will help to regain your normal skin.

I also suggest you to use cream containing kojic acid and azelaic acid (which are very safe for long term use .

If condition persists then consult dermatologist for proper evaluation of condition and treatment . Doctor may prescribe anti allergic drug like anti histamine drugs along with other treatment.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Overcome Side Effects Of Mela-3 Cream?

Hi Dear, welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for your query . Mela-3 contain hydroquinone , teritenoin and steroid . That why this cream should not be used in day time and only be use at night , because ingredients like hydroquinone shows photoallergic reaction when expose to sun light and start damaging skin . Also hydroquinone and steroid has long term side effects . I would suggest you to immediately stop using this cream , apply aloe vera gel on your skin regularly, also use broad spectrum sunscreen with SPF 15 to prevent further damage of skin , drink atleast 8 glasses of water daily . The above methods will help to regain your normal skin. I also suggest you to use cream containing kojic acid and azelaic acid (which are very safe for long term use . If condition persists then consult dermatologist for proper evaluation of condition and treatment . Doctor may prescribe anti allergic drug like anti histamine drugs along with other treatment. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari