ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID belongs to the class of 'depigmenting agents', primarily used to treat and lighten melasma and hyperpigmentation (darkened skin) due to sun damage, freckles, and age spots. Melasma is a pigmentation disorder that causes brown or grey patches to appear on the skin, primarily on the face.
ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID is composed of Arbutin and Kojic acid. Arbutin is a skin-lightening agent that inhibits the production of melanin. It brightens and tones the skin. Kojic acid is a natural skin brightening agent that lightens the skin and treats sun damage, scars, and age spots. It also has antioxidant, antimicrobial and exfoliant properties.
Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose of ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID that suits your medical condition. ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID may cause common side effects like itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These side effects usually do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if you face any other symptoms or the side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID or other medications. Do not use ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID on sensitive areas like nostrils, ears, lips or genitals if the doctor did not advise you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before starting ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID. ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID usually does not interfere with your driving ability. It is advised to limit alcohol intake while using ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID to prevent any interactions. ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID should be used for children only when recommended by the doctor.
Melasma and hyperpigmentation.
ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID lightens melasma and hyperpigmentation. It contains Arbutin and Kojic acid. Arbutin is a skin-lightening agent that brightens and improves skin tone. It is useful in spot fading since it inhibits melanin production. Kojic acid is a natural skin brightening agent that lightens the skin and treats sun damage, scars, and age spots. It also has antioxidant, antimicrobial and exfoliant properties. Kojic acid works by inhibiting the production of melanin in the deep layers of the skin.
Avoid contact of ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID with nose, mouth or eyes as it may irritate. In case ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Inform your doctor before using ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID if you have viral/fungal skin infections, asthma, skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, heart, liver, and kidney diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before starting ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID. ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID usually does not interfere with your driving ability. It is advised to limit alcohol intake while using ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID to prevent any interactions. ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID should be used in children only when recommended by the doctor.
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you use any medicines, including herbal supplements and vitamins, before starting ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID. Also, inform your doctor in advance if you use any other dermatological/skincare products.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID should be used with caution in skin infections, asthma, heart, kidney or liver problems.
No interaction was found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID.
During pregnancy, ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID should be used only when absolutely necessary. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are already pregnant before starting ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID.
There are limited studies on how ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID affects breastfeeding. Please consult the doctor before using ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID if you are a nursing mother. However, it is advised not to use ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID on breasts before breastfeeding your baby.
ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before suggesting ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID.
Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before suggesting ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID.
ARBUTIN+KOJIC ACID should be cautiously used in children only when advised by a doctor.
It is advised to reach out to your doctor if the symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.
Melasma: It is a pigmentation disorder that causes brown or grey patches to appear on the skin, primarily on the face. That patches are more likely to appear on the cheeks, forehead, nose and chin. Melasma can be due to hormonal changes, pregnancy, sun exposure or birth control pills.
Hyperpigmentation: It is a skin condition caused due to excess production of melanin, a skin pigment. This causes darkened skin to appear as spots or patches. It can be treated by lightening creams, retinoids, peels etc.