Lomela Lite Cream


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient Hydroquinone (2% w/w) + Tretinoin (0.025% w/w) + Hydrocortisone (0.5% w/w)
Storage Store below 25°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
User Rating4.6
User Reviews537

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Lomela Lite?
If you miss a dose of Lomela Lite, 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.
Answer

Lomela Lite Cream Reviews

Lomela Lite is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that is used to treat melasma. It helps in quick skin renewal. It provides relief from redness, swelling and itching.

Lomela Lite should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. It is for external use only.

Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include thinning of the skin, dry skin, burning, irritation, itching and redness at the application site.

If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are suffering from any other disease. This medicine is not safe to use in breastfeeding mothers.

How Lomela Lite Cream Works

Lomela Lite is a combination of three medicines: Hydroquinone, Tretinoin and Hydrocortisone which treat melasma (dark spots on skin). Hydroquinone is a skin lightening medicine. It reduces the amount of a skin pigment (melanin) that causes darkening of skin. Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that helps the skin to renew itself more quickly. Hydrocortisone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.

How to Use Lomela Lite Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Benefits of Lomela Lite Cream

  • In Melasma: Melasma is a common skin problem that causes dark, discolored patches on your skin primarily on the face. It frequently occurs during pregnancy and menopause. Lomela Lite helps to lighten these dark patches by reducing the production of melanin (natural skin pigment). It lightens skin color and gives a smoother-looking skin. Lomela Lite also reduces any swelling, redness and itchiness especially if you have a sensitive skin. This helps boost your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Uses of Lomela Lite Cream

  • Melasma

Lomela Lite Cream Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  UNSAFE
Lomela Lite is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lomela Lite may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Before using Lomela Lite, inform your doctor if you have any skin problems or are applying any other medicines to your skin.
  • You have been prescribed Lomela Lite to reduce skin pigmentation.
  • You may also use certain safe cosmetics (after consulting with your doctor) in order to lighten pigmentation.
  • Use moisturizer regularly to overcome skin dryness during the course of treatment.
  • Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.
  • Along with applying Lomela Lite, wear long-sleeved clothing, sunglasses, hat whenever you step outside in the hot sun for better protection.

References

  1. Hydrocortisone. Clonmel, Co. Tipperary,: Pinewood Laboratories Limited; 1997 [revised 21 May 2018].
  2. Drugs.com. Hydroquinone.
  3. Tretinoin. Manati, Puerto Rico: Janssen Ortho LLC; 1997 [revised Jan. 2014].

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