Mequinol is a depigmenting remedy of local application, which increases the excretion of melanin by melanocytes, and may also impede its production. In this way, Mequinol is widely used to treat problems of dark spots on the skin such as chloasma or hyperpigmentation of scars.
Mequinol may be purchased from conventional pharmacies under the trade name Leucodin as an ointment.
Mequinol price
The price of Mequinol is approximately 30 reais, however, the amount may vary according to the place of sale of the ointment.
Indications of Mequinol
Mequinol is indicated for the treatment of hyperpigmentation of the skin in cases of chloasma, post-traumatic cicatricial pigmentation, peripheral peripheral hyperpigmentation of vitiligo, facial pigmentation disorders and pigmentations caused by allergic reactions to chemicals.
Mode of use of Mequinol
The method of use of Mequinol consists in the application of a small amount of cream on the affected area, once or twice a day, according to the dermatologist's indication.
Mequinol should not be applied near the eyes or mucous membranes and also when the skin is irritated or in the presence of sunburn.
Adverse Reactions of Mequinol
The main adverse reactions of Mequinol include a slight burning sensation and redness of the skin.
Contraindications of Mequinol
Mequinol should not be used after depilation in children under 12 years or patients with skin rash caused by inflammation of the sweat glands. In addition, Mequinol is contraindicated for patients with hypersensitivity to any component of the formula.
