Hygrip 3% Tablet
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Product introduction
Hygrip 3% Tablet is used in the treatment of melasma. It is a skin-lightening medicine which lightens the darkened skin patches and spots (hyperpigmentation). It helps in reducing the amount of skin-darkening pigment called melanin in the skin.
Before using Hygrip 3% Tablet, apply a very small amount of cream to check for any allergic reactions. You can continue with the treatment if no allergic reaction occurs in 24 hours. To get maximum benefit of the medication, use it at night, before bedtime; if used during daytime avoid prolonged direct sun exposure. When outdoor, used a sunscreen and wear protective clothing on the treated area. Use it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit of the medication. Do not apply on open wound or infected areas of the skin. Do not get it in your eyes, mouth, or inside of your nose. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
Hygrip 3% Tablet may cause few side effects like dryness, itching, redness, burning and peeling of skin. Stop using if you experience irritation or allergy and consult your doctor.
Before using Hygrip 3% Tablet, apply a very small amount of cream to check for any allergic reactions. You can continue with the treatment if no allergic reaction occurs in 24 hours. To get maximum benefit of the medication, use it at night, before bedtime; if used during daytime avoid prolonged direct sun exposure. When outdoor, used a sunscreen and wear protective clothing on the treated area. Use it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit of the medication. Do not apply on open wound or infected areas of the skin. Do not get it in your eyes, mouth, or inside of your nose. If this happens, rinse with water immediately.
Hygrip 3% Tablet may cause few side effects like dryness, itching, redness, burning and peeling of skin. Stop using if you experience irritation or allergy and consult your doctor.
Uses of Hygrip Tablet
- Melasma
Side effects of Hygrip Tablet
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 Hygrip
- Erythema (skin redness)
- Dryness and fissuring of paranasal and infraorbital areas
- Stinging sensation
How to use Hygrip Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hygrip 3% Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Hygrip Tablet works
Hygrip 3% Tablet is a skin lightening medication.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hygrip 3% Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hygrip 3% Tablet 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hygrip 3% Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Hygrip 3% Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hygrip 3% Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hygrip 3% Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Hygrip Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Hygrip 3% Tablet, take 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Hygrip 3% Tablet helps in lightening of hyperpigmented skin.
- It should always be used along with sun-avoidance measures, like using sunscreens (UV-A and UV-B protective) and wearing protective clothing.
- Apply a thin film to and around the affected area/lesion.
- 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 an allergic reaction. Continue with the treatment if no allergic reaction occurs in 24 hours.
- Do not apply on broken or infected areas of skin. Discontinue use if you experience irritation or allergy and consult your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Hydroquinone Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Anti Pigmentation & Skin lightening agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Hygrip 3% Tablet safe/good for skin?
Yes. Hygrip 3% Tablet is used to bleach dark patches of skin. It is available as creams to be applied externally and is safe if used as directed, for the prescribed duration by your doctor. Occasionally it may cause side effects-red, sore, itchy, inflamed skin indicating an allergic reaction. Please contact your doctor immediately if you notice any such skin reactions
Is Hygrip 3% Tablet a steroid?
No.Hygrip 3% Tablet does not have a structure or effect similar to steroids
Is Hygrip 3% Tablet safe to use on face?
Yes.Hygrip 3% Tablet is used to bleach dark patches of skin and can be used on the face. It is available as creams to be applied externally and is safe if used as directed for the prescribed duration by your doctor. Please limit sun exposures and apply sunscreens or cover the treated area with protective clothing. Even minimal exposure to sun can reverse the bleaching effect of Hygrip 3% Tablet
Is Hygrip 3% Tablet banned in India?
No.Hygrip 3% Tablet is available and is not a banned drug in India
Is Hygrip 3% Tablet carcinogenic/does Hygrip 3% Tablet cause cancer?
Studies of Hygrip 3% Tablet in animals have indicated some evidences of cancer causing potential (carcinogenicity). However, the carcinogenic effects in human are not known
Is Hygrip 3% Tablet toxic?
No. Hygrip 3% Tablet is not toxic if used as directed, for the prescribed duration by your doctor. It is available as creams and meant for external use on the skin onl
Does Hygrip 3% Tablet lighten/bleach your skin?
Hygrip 3% Tablet bleaches/lightens dark patches of skin
Does Hygrip 3% Tablet lighten skin permanently?
It reduces the accumulation of skin pigment called melanin that causes darkening of skin. This effect of Hygrip 3% Tablet is reversible (reversible depigmentation) with time and exposure to sun and therefore not permanent
Does Hygrip 3% Tablet bleach clothes?
No. Hygrip 3% Tablet has no known effect on bleaching clothes
Does Hygrip 3% Tablet make skin darker?
Hygrip 3% Tablet may cause blue-black darkening of skin. This is not the normal effect of Hygrip 3% Tablet. Discontinue use and contact your doctor immediately if you notice darkening of skin upon use of Hygrip 3% Tablet
Does Hygrip 3% Tablet help acne?
No. Hygrip 3% Tablet is used to bleach or lighten dark patches of skin. It has no known effect in the treatment of acne
Does Hygrip 3% Tablet cause redness?
Occasionally Hygrip 3% Tablet may cause side effects – redness of skin, sore, itchy, inflamed skin indicating an allergic reaction. Please contact your doctor immediately if you notice any such skin reactions.
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Name: Gripil Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
Address: 1067, East, Chandansar, Behind Kolhapuri Dhaba, Virar, Thane-401303, Maharashtra, India
Country of origin: India
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