adults: apply a small amount as a thin layer on the affected area twice dally, or use as directed by a doctor (physician). If no improvement Is seen after 3 months of treatment, use of this product should be discontinued. Lightening effect of this product may not be noticeable when used on very dark skin. Children uider 12 years of age : do not use unless directed by a doctor. Sunscreen use is an essential aspect ...
for the gradual fading/lightening of dark (browning) discoloration in the skin such as freckles, age and liver spots, pigment in the skin that may occur during pregnancy (for use only after childbirth and only if not breastfeeding) or from the use of oral contraceptives
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
adults: apply a small amount as a thin layer on the affected area twice dally, or use as directed by a doctor (physician). If no improvement Is seen after 3 months of treatment, use of this product should be discontinued. Lightening effect of this product may not be noticeable when used on very dark skin.
Children uider 12 years of age: do not use unless directed by a doctor. Sunscreen use is an essential aspect of hydroquinone therapy because even minimal sunlight exposure may cause skin re-darkening. Sun exposure should be limited by applying (using) a sunscreen SPF 15 or higher or protective clothing to cover bleached skin when using and after using ths product in order to prevent darkening from reoccurring.
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
for external use only
avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water
a mild transient stinging or minor redness may occur in people with sensitive skin
hydroquinone is a skin bleaching agent which may produce unwanted cosmetic effects if not used as directed
apply only to small skin surface areas and limit treatment to relatively small skin surface areas of the body at one time
to be used only on the advice of a physician. The physician should be familiar with the information on this label (in this insert) before prescribing or dispensing this product. Close patient supervision is recommended.
use only as directed
do not apply over sunbum or broken skin
in case of accidental ingestion, seek medical assistance or contact Poison Control Center immediately
a bitter taste and anesthetic effect may occur If applied to lips
Test for sensitivity: To test tor sensitivity, apply to an area of approximately 1 cm of unbroken skin on the inside of the arm. If no irritation occurs within 24 hours, begin treatment for up to 12 weeks.
wash your hand thoroughly after applying hydroquinone unless your hands are the treated area
Note: Slight darkening of the product is normal when exposed to air and does not affect its potency. (When this happens, extract a tiny amount of product, clean with a cotton swab and discard prior to use.) If entire content becomes brown, discontriue use and consult a physician.
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