
Eukroma Cream (Hydroquinone)
- Active Ingredient:
Hydroquinone
- Indication:
Hyperpigmentation, Melasma
- Manufacturer:
Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Packaging:
20g in Tube
- Delivery Time:
6 To 15 days

Hydroquinone
Hyperpigmentation, Melasma
Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd
20g in Tube
6 To 15 days
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Hyperpigmentation, solar lentigines, age spots, or liver spots may occur any time, however, in middle age skin becomes more prone to dark spots. Mostly excessive sun exposure and artificial UV radiations used for tanning can cause dark spots. These spots can also be a consequence of some medical condition or medication. Usually, these spots seem harmless, but sometimes they end up to be cancerous. You can remove or lighten these spots if you wish.
Dark spots could vary from light to dark brown or maybe black in color. These spots are often oval or flat in shape. The spots can appear anywhere on the skin, however, areas exposed to sunlight are more prone to it, like:
• The face
• The shoulders
• The back of your hands
• The arms
You may see many small spots or a group of spots darkening a larger patch of your skin in one of these areas.
Dark patches appear when your skin produces large amounts of skin pigment (melanin) or free radical damage.
Tanning beds are one of the most common reasons for dark spots on your skin-be it the sun or any artificial source of UV rays. Dark spots usually become noticeable during middle age when the skin begins to show the cons of sun exposure, especially if you did not take any preventive measures in your twenties If you have got light skin or hair then you’re in danger of developing dark patches on your skin.
Many skin disorders and conditions can even be the explanation for the dark spots on your skin. These might not be age-related spots. They include:
• Melasma: Also referred to as pregnancy mask
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation: Discoloration of the skin due to acne
• Chloasma: Hormonal changes can cause skin darkening
• Linea Nigra: A vertical, dark line that appears on the abdomen during pregnancy
• Riehl’s Melanosis: A skin condition caused by too much exposure to the sun
• Erythyromelanosis Follicularis: A skin condition causes reddish-brown pigmentation on neck and face
• Pregnancy
• Liver disease
• Hemochromatosis
• Addison’s disease
• Pituitary tumors
Medications that cause Dark Spots:
• Tetracyclines
• Amiodarone
• Phenytoin
• Phenothiazines
• Sulfonamides
It is impossible to stop dark spots from appearing on your skin. However, you can delay the process by using some preventive measure, such as:
• Use SPF:
Make sure to apply and reapply sunscreen every three hours if you sweat a lot
• Cover up:
You should wear long sleeves, hat, and pants whenever you are outdoors.
Avoid going out between 10 am to 2 pm as UV radiations are most harmful during these hours
You can use some over the counter medicines for combating dark spots. One such medication that is quite effective in treating dark patch is Eukroma Cream.
Eukroma Cream is a medicinal cream that can effectively reduce the freckles, dark patches, and spots that seem on your skin thanks to excessive sun exposure, hormonal changes, aging, etc.
This cream comes in different packages labeled as Eukroma KJ Cream (20g), Eukroma Plus Cream (20g), and Eukroma Cream (20g).
When is Eukroma Cream prescribed?
This topical medication is prescribed when dark patches appear on the skin. It treats skin condition like moles, freckles, age spots, patches that do not match the regular skin color.
Eukroma Cream is a melanin synthesis inhibitor. It bleaches the dark-colored patches thereby reducing the accumulated melanin, which darkens the skin.
Eukroma Cream should be applied twice daily on the affected area. However, you must visit a dermatologist for a much-detailed dosage and application procedure. You must follow the directions given by the doctor so as to avoid any mishap.
If you ever skip a dose of Eukroma Cream then you must take it asap. However, if it is almost the time for the next dosage then you should skip the missed dosage. Do not overdose medicine.
Do not apply more than the needed quantity of the cream as it may cause some serious side effects. Also, contact your doctor asap if you swallowed the cream.
Common side effects experienced by patients include:
• Stinging or burning
• Dry or flaky skin
• Irritation or mild skin rash
• Hives or swelling
Use this cream following the directions given on the package or label. Apply it to the affected area twice daily, ideally in the morning and evening. Avoid contact with lips, nose, eyes, and broken skin. Consult your doctor just in case of any confusion.
Just in case you’ve got a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components present in the cream then you must avoid using it.
Avoid this cream in case of mild to severe sunburns.
This cream is suitable for external use only. Moreover, children below the age of 12 should not use this medicine.
Pregnant women should not use Eukroma Cream. However, in case of necessity, you must consult your doctor first.
Breastfeeding women should not use this cream.
Substitutes available
• Hypig 4% Cream
• Melacare Cream
• Lumacip 4 % Cream
• Skinlite Cream
No, the cream does not interact with alcohol. However, consulting your dermatologist is advisable.
No, you should not use this cream if you are pregnant.
Definitely, this cream is safe for your skin. You should apply it as directed by your dermatologist. If you limit the sun exposure, apply sunscreen daily, and Eukroma cream twice daily you will see surprising improvements in your skin.
No, this cream is not a topical steroid.
Yes, this cream is easily available in India.
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