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Skinshine Cream

Manufactured byCadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsTretinoin (0.025 %w/w) + Hydroquinone (2 %w/w) + Mometasone (0.1 %w/w)
Description
Skinshine Cream is a medicine that consists of Tretinoin, Hydroquinone and Mometasone. It is used for the short-term treatment of moderate to severe melasma (a condition where dark, discoloured patches appear on the skin) of the face. This medicine acts by brightening the skin and decreasing the action of chemicals that cause patches, swelling and irritation of the skin. Skinshine Cream may cause some side effects like redness, itching, irritation or burning sensation at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Your doctor may suggest a patch test to check if this medicine is safe and non-allergenic for you before starting the treatment with it. Stop using this medicine if you experience any allergic reactions like hives or difficulty breathing while using it. Skinshine Cream is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin layer of this medicine over the affected parts of your skin. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Rinse with water immediately in case of accidental contact with these areas. Skinshine Cream may make your skin sensitive to sunlight, so use sunscreen to protect your skin. It may take a few days or weeks to improve your condition. Therefore, it is recommended that you complete the whole treatment with this medicine as prescribed. Skinshine Cream should be used only after consultation with your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding. It is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if your condition has not cleared up even after three weeks of the treatment.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Skinshine Cream

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Skinshine Cream

  • Burning or stinging sensation at application site
  • Itchy and dry skin
  • Swelling of skin at the application site
  • Peeling and blistering of skin
  • Skin rash
  • Change in color and texture of the skin
  • Red spots on skin
  • Photosensitivity of skin

Uses of Skinshine Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Melasma
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken for Skinshine Cream to show its effects is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Skinshine Cream remains active in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Skinshine Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Skinshine Cream is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Skinshine Cream is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, care should be taken as the infant does not come into contact with the medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Skinshine Cream if you are allergic to it or any other ingredients present in this formulation. In some cases, it may cause serious allergic reactions like an episode of asthma. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling on the skin, breathing difficulty, etc., seek medical attention immediately.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Skinshine Cream is not recommended to be used in pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Skinshine Cream is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, care should be taken as the infant does not come into contact with the medicine.
General warnings

External use

Skinshine Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth, corners of your nose, or the vagina. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact.

Use in children

Skinshine Cream is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data is not available.

Skin sensitivity test

It is advised to perform a sensitivity test or patch test to rule out the possibility of an allergic reaction before starting the regular use of Skinshine Cream.

Sun exposure

Use of Skinshine Cream may cause severe side effects to the skin on sun exposure. You are advised to take appropriate precautionary measures like using sunscreen while stepping out into the sunlight, during treatment with this medicine.

Other medicines

Skinshine Cream may interact with other skincare or medicinal products. Inform your doctor before starting the use of other skincare medicines along with this cream.

Skin reactions

Skinshine Cream may cause local skin irritation such as mild burning sensation, itching, dryness, peeling, and blistering of the skin, etc. Contact your doctor if the symptoms do not subside or become severe.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Skinshine Cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply two doses at one time to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Skinshine Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Benzoyl Peroxide (Topical)

Salicylic Acid

Methoxsalen

Disease interactions

Infections

Skinshine Cream should be used with extreme caution if you have an infection as this medicine can suppress your immune system and may worsen your condition. Consult your doctor before using this cream if you have any infection.

Eczema

Skinshine Cream is not recommended for use if you have eczema due to the increased risk of severe irritation of the eczematous skin. Your doctor may advise an alternative medicine based on your condition.

Sunburn

Skinshine Cream is not recommended for use in case of sunburn due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Your doctor may advise an alternative medicine based on your condition.

Hypoadrenocorticism

Skinshine Cream should be used with extreme caution if you have hyperadrenocorticism which is a condition where the adrenal glands secrete an excess of steroidal hormones in the body. Your doctor may suggest tests for monitoring your hormone levels during the treatment with this medicine. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply a thin layer of Skinshine Cream to the affected area once per a day. Use it at least 30 minutes before bedtime or as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth, corners of your nose, or the vagina. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor. Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Skinshine Cream is a combination of tretinoin, hydroquinone and mometasone. Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that promotes the growth, maturation and renewal of skin cells. Hydroquinone decreases the formation of pigments that cause the darkening of the skin. Mometasone decreases the activity of certain substances that cause swelling and irritation of the skin. It also works by suppressing the effects of the immune system.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical steroids, Miscellaneous topical agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 24 Mar 2022

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