Melgain Lotion

Melgain Lotion is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.

Common side effects include dry skin, skin irritation, and burning sensation at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.

This medicine can make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Vitiligo

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

Melgain Lotion is a repigmenting agent. It works by causing migration of skin cells (melanocytes) from the area of skin surrounding the vitiligo patch. This in turn causes the production of melanin (skin darkening pigment) and restores the skin colour.

If you miss a dose of Melgain Lotion, apply 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.

Melgain Lotion helps lighten the skin in people with vitiligo.

It may take up to 4 months to complete treatment. Keep using the medication as prescribed.

Apply it in a thin layer to the pigmented areas of skin and rub in gently.

It can make your skin more sensitive to sun. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. 

It may also cause changes in the color of your untreated skin. Talk to your doctor if this bothers you.

Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve after 1 month of treatment.

Q. How do you use a Melgain Lotion?

Use Melgain Lotion exactly as directed by your doctor. Read the instructions carefully before using. Clean and dry the affected area thoroughly and then apply the lotion as a very thin film. For best results, apply it about 2 hours before retiring at night. Do not touch the treated patches for about an hour. Next morning, expose the patches to bright sunlight for 10-15 minutes. If it is not possible to expose to sunlight, you can use ultraviolet lamps.

Q. How does Melgain Lotion work?

Melgain Lotion increases the growth of cells that make pigment (melanocytes). It increases melanocytes in the area of patches (hypopigmented area). It also helps the melanocytes to migrate to the affected area, thus restoring skin complexion.

Q. How safe is Melgain Lotion?

Melgain Lotion is quite safe if used as prescribed. No side effects or contraindications have been reported so far. If you experience any side effects after applying the lotion, consult your doctor immediately.

Q. How long do I need to use Melgain Lotion?

The duration of treatment depends on the response to treatment. The response is faster in children or if used in recently developed patches. Normally, re-pigmentation can be seen on the borders or inside the white patch (as dots of pigment) in 3 to 6 months depending on the age of the white patch. In the majority of patients, full re-pigmentation may take a year.

Q. Can childhood vitiligo go away?

There is still no remedy which cures vitiligo 100%. Sometimes the patches may disappear on their own. But generally, the patches may get repigmented, but never get cured completely.

Q. What is vitiligo?

Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease of the skin that causes white patches on the skin due to loss of normal skin pigment called melanin. It occurs when the cells that give your skin its color are destroyed. These patches can also affect the eyes, mouth and nose. It runs in families and usually starts before the age of 40 years.

In Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Melgain Lotion effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. It also reduces any redness, rash, pain, or itchiness that may be caused by this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed to get the full benefits.

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

Burning sensation

Skin irritation

Dry skin

Alcohol:

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Melgain Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Melgain Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:

No interaction found/established

Kidney:

No interaction found/established

Liver:

No interaction found/established

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