Melquin-3 Topical Solution (Hydroquinone 3% Topical Solution) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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Melquin-3 Topical Solution
(hydroquinone) 3% Topical Solution

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Each mL of MELQUIN-3 TOPICAL SOLUTION Contains:

ACTIVE: Hydroquinone 3% (30mg)
INACTIVES: SD Alcohol 40B (45% by volume), Purified Water, Isopropyl Alcohol (4% by volume), Propylene Glycol, Laureth-4 Hydroxyethyl Cellulose and Ascorbic Acid.

Hydroquinone is 1, 4-Benzenediol, with a chemical formula of C₆H₆O₂ and a molecular weight of 110.11.

Caution: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY: NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC, NASAL. OR OTIC USE.

What are the possible side effects of hydroquinone topical?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using hydroquinone topical and call your doctor if you have severe burning, stinging, or other irritation of your skin after apply the medication.

Less serious side effects may include mild burning, stinging, itching, redness, or irritation of treated skin.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about...

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What are the precautions when taking hydroquinone 3% topical solution (Melquin-3 Topical Solution)?

Before using hydroquinone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as sulfites), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: asthma, other skin conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis).

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before...

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Last reviewed on RxList: 1/20/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.