Banquin - Hydroquinone With Sunscreens - Topical Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Banquin.
• USES: Hydroquinone is used to lighten the dark-colored patches of skin (also called melasma, liver spots, age spots, freckles) caused by pregnancy, birth control pills, hormone medicine, or injury to the skin. This product also contains sunscreens to help prevent these spots from re-occurring due to sunlight or ultraviolet light exposure. This medicine works by blocking the chemical process (enzymes) in the skin that leads to discoloration.
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Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Read Before Using Banquin (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

Possible Side Effects

• Minor skin redness or mild burning sensation may occur.
• If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor.
• If you notice any of the following unlikely but serious side effects, stop using hydroquinone and consult your doctor immediately.

Banquin Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Banquin Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Usage Instructions

• Before using, apply a small amount of this medicine to an area of unbroken skin and check the area within 24 hours for any serious side effects (see Side Effects section).
• If any serious side effects occur, do not use this medication.
• Contact your doctor.
• Apply this medication to the affected areas of skin usually twice daily; or as directed by your doctor.
• This medication is for use on the skin only.
• Avoid contact with the eyes.
• Use this product only on affected areas as directed.
• It is not recommended to be used on unaffected skin as a sunscreen.