Albaquin 20% Cream 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.

Albaquin 20% Cream 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.

Albaquin 20% Cream has a few potential side effects but not everyone will get them. These may include application site reactions like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. Serious 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 Albaquin 20% Cream 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 of Albaquin Cream

Vitiligo

Benefits of Albaquin Cream

In Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Albaquin 20% Cream effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. It also reduces any redness, rash, pain or itchiness that may be caused in this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed to get the full benefits.

Side effects of Albaquin Cream

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

Common side effects of Albaquin

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

How to use Albaquin Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Albaquin Cream works

Albaquin 20% Cream is a depigmenting agent. It works by increasing the elimination of melanin (skin darkening pigment) from skin cells. This helps lighten the skin in vitiligo.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Albaquin 20% Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Albaquin 20% Cream 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 her body.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Albaquin Cream?

If you miss a dose of Albaquin 20% Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Albaquin 20% Cream

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Quick tips

Albaquin 20% Cream helps lighten the skin in people with vitiligo.
It may take up to 4 months to complete treatment. Keep using the medication as prescribed.
Apply it in a thin layer to the pigmented areas of skin and rub in gently.
It can make your skin more sensitive to sun. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
It may also cause changes in the color of your untreated skin. Talk to your doctor if this bothers you.
Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve after 1 month of treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

4-alkoxyphenols

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Anti Pigmentation & Skin lightening agent

Patient concerns

vitiligo on lips, my father also vitiligo

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Difficult to treat, you should visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment

vitiligo 60% all along the body No family histroy of vitiligo

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

Hi Kindly consult to Ayurvedic doctor at your local city area , face to face consult is needed.

Treatment for vitiligo Last 6 yr I suffering vitiligo in my fingers and leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Treatment depends upon Severity of disease. Best Treatment is NBUVB @ a skin Clinic. NBUVB three times a week. Apply Tacvido Forte Cream ( Tacrolimus Cream 0.1% ) for application once daily for 1 month. Momate / Etaze cream once daily for 2 weeks. Tab. Patchex once daily for 2 months. Contact - SkinAid Clinic Gurgaon , 9XXXXXX

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