Pigmin Glow Cream


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Skg Internationals
Active Ingredient Hydroquinone (2% w/w) + Mometasone (0.1% w/w) + Tretinoin (0.025% w/w)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
User Rating4.3
User Reviews508

FAQ

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How to use Pigmin Glow?
Follow the directions given by the doctor. Apply the medicine thinly and in sufficient quantity to cover the affected areas. Pigmin Glow is usually applied two or three times a day to the affected areas of skin.
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What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Pigmin Glow?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Will Pigmin Glow be more effective if taken more than prescribed?
No, Pigmin Glow will not be more effective if overused. Overusing the medicine can result in too much medicine being absorbed into the body. This may lead to thinning or weakening of the skin and other serious side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
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What if you forget to take Pigmin Glow?
If you miss a dose of Pigmin Glow, 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.
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Pigmin Glow Cream Reviews

Pigmin Glow is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of melasma. It helps in quick skin renewal. It provides relief from redness, swelling, and itching.

Pigmin Glow 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 burning, irritation, itchiness, 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 Pigmin Glow Cream Works

Pigmin Glow is a combination of three medicines: Hydroquinone, Mometasone and Tretinoin, which treats 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. This effect is reversible. Mometasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that helps the skin to renew itself more quickly.

How to Use Pigmin Glow 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 Pigmin Glow Cream

  • In Treatment of Melasma: Melasma is a common skin problem that causes dark, discolored patches on your skin. It is more commonly seen in females than males. Pigmin Glow helps to lighten these dark patches of the skin usually caused by pregnancy, birth control pills, hormone medicine, or injury to the skin. It effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. Pigmin Glow also reduces any redness, rash, pain or itchiness that may be caused in this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Uses of Pigmin Glow Cream

  • Treatment of Melasma

Pigmin Glow Cream Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  UNSAFE
Pigmin Glow is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pigmin Glow 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

  • Pigmin Glow is used for the short-term treatment of mild to moderate melasma.
  • It helps reduce scars, marks, blemishes, and dark circles under the eyes.
  • Apply and massage gently till the cream is fully absorbed, once daily at night.
  • Initial improvement may be seen in just 2 weeks, full results generally appear after 2-3 months of regular use.
  • It should always be used along with sun-avoidance measures, like using sunscreens and wearing protective clothing.
  • Do not use it for longer than 6-8 weeks without consulting your doctor.
  • Do not apply on broken or infected areas of skin. Discontinue use if you experience irritation or allergy and consult your doctor.

References

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

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