Eukroma Lite Cream
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Product introduction
Eukroma Lite Cream is used in the treatment of melasma. It is a skin-lightening medicine that lightens the darkened skin patches and spots(hyperpigmentation). It reduces the amount of skin-darkening pigment called melanin in the skin. It helps in reversible depigmentation of the skin.
Eukroma Lite Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. 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.
Eukroma Lite Cream has a few potential side effects, but not everyone will get them. These may include dry skin, itching, skin burn, skin peeling, and skin redness. Serious allergic reactions to this drug are rare, but let your doctor know if you’re bothered by side effects or if they do not go away. Make sure you read the instructions that come with your medicine. Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of accidental contact, you should rinse your eyes thoroughly with water.
You can start applying Eukroma Lite Cream to a small portion of unbroken skin or near the pigmented area for a period of several days for checking an allergic reaction. You should discontinue it if itching, excessive inflammation, or swelling occurs. Pregnant women should 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 Eukroma Lite Cream
- Treatment of Melasma
Benefits of Eukroma Lite Cream
In Treatment of Melasma
Melasma is a common skin problem that causes dark, discolored patches on your skin. It is more commonly seen in females than in males. Eukroma Lite Cream helps to lighten these dark patches of the skin, usually caused by pregnancy, birth control pills, hormone medicine, or injury to the skin. It effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. Eukroma Lite Cream also reduces any redness, rash, pain, or itchiness that may be caused by this condition.
Side effects of Eukroma Lite 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 Eukroma Lite
- Stinging sensation
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Dryness and fissuring of paranasal and infraorbital areas
How to use Eukroma Lite 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 Eukroma Lite Cream works
Eukroma Lite Cream blocks steps in melanin production by inhibiting the enzyme tyrosinase and other melanocyte processes. This reduces the amount of pigment (melanin) in the treated skin, leading to reversible lightening of dark patches.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Eukroma Lite Cream during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Eukroma Lite Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Eukroma Lite Cream?
If you miss a dose of Eukroma Lite 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.
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Quick tips
- Eukroma Lite Cream should always be used along with sun-avoidance measures, like using sunscreens (UV-A and UV-B protective) and wearing protective clothing.
- Avoid getting it in your eyes or mouth. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
- Apply it as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor with regular follow-up.
- Apply a very small amount of cream to check for an allergic reaction. Continue with the treatment if no allergic reaction occurs in 24 hours.
- Do not apply to broken or infected areas of skin. Discontinue use if you experience irritation or an allergy and consult your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Hydroquinones
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Anti Pigmentation & Skin Lightening Agents
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Eukroma Lite Cream
Once A Day
75%
Alternate Day
12%
Twice A Day
12%
What are you using Eukroma Lite Cream for?
Melasma
33%
Others
33%
Hyperpigmenta*
33%
*Hyperpigmentation
FAQs
Is Eukroma Lite Cream safe to use on the face?
Eukroma Lite Cream should be used exactly as directed by your doctor. You should apply it away from the eyes, nose, corners of the mouth, or open wounds because these areas are more prone to irritation. If local irritation persists or becomes severe, discontinue Eukroma Lite Cream and consult your doctor. Excessive use of the medication may cause redness, peeling, or discomfort.
Does Eukroma Lite Cream permanently lighten skin?
No, it does not lighten the skin permanently. If melasma occurs on discontinuing Eukroma Lite Cream, talk to your doctor regarding the maintenance treatment of melasma.
What should I avoid when using Eukroma Lite Cream?
You should avoid exposure to sunlight, use sunscreen, and wear protective clothing after treatment with Eukroma Lite Cream cream. Even a small amount of sunlight can worsen melasma. Females should avoid the use of birth control methods that contain hormones, such as oral birth control pills, as these methods can worsen their melasma. Talk to your doctor about other birth control options. Be careful, as hot and cold weather may irritate the skin treated with Eukroma Lite Cream.
How should Eukroma Lite Cream be applied?
Eukroma Lite Cream should be applied once a day, before bedtime. The area to be treated should be thoroughly washed with water. Apply a thin layer of Eukroma Lite Cream to the affected skin areas. Include about half an inch of normal skin surrounding the affected area. Gently rub Eukroma Lite Cream evenly into your skin. Do not apply it near the corners of your mouth, nose, eyes, or open wounds.
Can I apply moisturizer over Eukroma Lite Cream?
Eukroma Lite Cream is applied generally at bedtime. You may use moisturizers and cosmetics during the day when you are not using Eukroma Lite Cream.
Is Eukroma Lite Cream bad for the skin?
Eukroma Lite Cream may cause blue-black darkening of the skin. If this occurs, you should immediately stop Eukroma Lite Cream and consult your doctor. In some cases, it may also cause mild to moderate irritation, such as skin reddening, peeling, mild burning sensation, dryness, and itching at the site of application. But this is usually tolerable and may disappear with time.
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Marketer details
Name: Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: KHASRA NO 19-M, VILLAGE - RAIPUR, PARGANA - BHAGWANPUR, TEHSIL - ROORKEE, DISTT - HARIDWAR, UTTARANCHAL - 247 667 TEL : 01332 - 235015 / 235016
Country of origin: India
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