Vitaquin: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Use

What is vitaquin used for?

Vitaquin is a brand of medicine that is available in cream form. In this drug, the main active ingredient is hydroquinone.

This medicine is usually used to lighten skin that is blackened or skin patches. Usually, this condition is called hyperpigmentation, melasma, dark spots, and many more. This condition is generally caused due to pregnancy, use of contraceptive pills, hormone drugs, or injury to the skin.

This drug can only be purchased or obtained by prescription. So, if you want to buy it at the pharmacy, you can't buy it freely.

How to use vitaquin?

To get the maximum benefit from this drug, you must first know the procedure for using the right drug, as follows.

Follow the directions for using the medicine that is on the package or that has been given by the doctor through the prescription note.
Before applying this medicated cream to problem areas, try to apply this medication to an area of the skin that is not experiencing a problem and wait up to 24 hours to see if there are any symptoms of serious side effects.
If you experience side effects such as peeling skin, itchy skin, and swelling, do not use the medicine and notify your doctor immediately.
If you have confirmed that this drug is safe for your skin, you can then apply this drug to the problem area.
Use this medication twice daily or according to the dosage prescribed by the doctor on the prescription notes.
This medication should only be used on the skin area. Don't consume it.
Avoid using this medication in the eye area or on the inside of the mouth and nose. If this medication accidentally gets into any of these areas, flush with plenty of water.
Using this medicine will make you more sensitive to the sun.
Therefore, while using this medicine, use sunscreen and avoid excessive sun exposure.
To get the maximum benefits of using this drug, use this drug regularly every day.

How to store vitaquin?

If you want to use this medication, you will also need to learn how to store the drug, including:

This medication is best stored at room temperature. Do not store it in places that are too cold or too hot.
Keep this medication away from exposure to sunlight or direct light.
Also keep this drug away from damp places, such as in the bathroom.
Do not store this medication in the freezer until it freezes.
Keep this medication out of reach of children and pets.
The main ingredient of this drug, hydroquinone, is available in many other brands. Other brands may have different storage procedures than vitaquin.

Meanwhile, if you are no longer using this drug, or if the drug has expired, you should immediately discard this drug. However, know the proper and safe procedures for disposing of medicinal products because they can pollute the environment.

Do not dispose of medicines together with other household waste, because they can pollute the environment. However, do not also throw this medication in the toilet or other drains.

If you are unsure about how to safely dispense medication, ask your pharmacist about how to dispense the correct medication.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the dose of vitaquin for adults?

Adult dosage for skin problems (chloasma, melasma, dark spots, hyperpegmentation)

Apply it by applying it to the problem area twice a day.

What is the dose of vitaquin for children?

Child dosage for skin problems (chloasma, melasma, dark spots, hyperpegmentation)

For children aged 13 years and over: Apply by rubbing it on the problem area twice a day.

In what dosage is vitaquin available?

Vitaquin contains 5% hydroquanine, available as a 15 gram cream.

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of using vitaquin?

As with the use of other drugs, the use of vitaquin can also cause symptoms of drug side effects. These symptoms can range from mild to serious health conditions.

The most common side effects include:

Mild irritation on the skin area
Dermatitis
Dry skin
Reddish skin
Inflammatory reaction

However, you don't need to worry because the side effects above will go away on their own over time. If side effects get worse or don't get better right away, tell your doctor. There are also serious side effects of drugs, such as:

The skin feels a burning sensation
Dry skin until it cracks and bleeds
Peeling skin
The skin turns blue or black

If you experience symptoms of side effects as just mentioned above, stop using the drug and contact your doctor for immediate medical care.

Warnings & Precautions

What should be known before using vitaquin?

Before you decide to use vitaquin, there are a number of things you should know about the rules and warnings that you should know, such as:

Do not use this medication if you have an allergy to vitaquin or its main ingredient, hydroquinone.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this drug is safe to use if you have certain health conditions such as liver problems, kidney problems, asthma, or if you are taking antibiotics.
Do not give this medication to children under 12 years of age without medical supervision.
Do not use this medication on open or wet wounds, recently sunburned, dry skin, or irritated skin.

Is vitaquin safe to use for pregnant and lactating women?

It is not certain whether this drug is safe for use by pregnant and lactating women.

However, vitaquin went inside pregnancy risk category C by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the equivalent of the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) in Indonesia. The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

A = No risk,
B = not at risk in several studies,
C = May be risky,
D = There is positive evidence of risk,
X = Contraindicated,
N = Unknown

Therefore, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you want to use this drug. Make sure you are aware of the potential benefits and risks. Only use this medicine if you really need it.

Interaction

What medicines can interact with vitaquin?

Drug interactions can occur if you use vitaquin together with other foreign drugs. If interacting, there are several things that might happen, including how the drug works can change. Apart from that, there is also an increased chance of side effects. On the other hand, drug interactions that occur may be the best form of treatment for your condition.

Therefore, tell your doctor about all types of drugs you use, from prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, multivitamins, herbal products, to dietary supplements. Do not change, start, or stop the dosage for your medication without your doctor's knowledge.

What foods and alcohol can interact with vitaquin?

Food and alcohol can also interact with the drugs you are taking. However, considering that this drug is only an external drug, the possibility of an interaction is very small. Even so, you still have to ask your doctor for more information.

What health conditions can interact with vitaquin?

Apart from drugs and food, your health condition can also interact with vitaquin. The interactions that occur may have a negative impact on your condition or increase the side effects of using the drug.

However, vitaquin that is only used in this area of the skin may not interact with the health conditions that occur in your body.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this drug is safe to use. Tell your doctor about any health conditions you have or are currently experiencing when you are about to use the medicine.

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medication, use the missed dose immediately. However, if time has indicated to use the next dose, forget about the missed dose and use the next dose on the usual schedule. Don't double the dose.

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