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    • HYDROQUINONE (Generic for BLANCHE)

    • QTY 28.35
    • 4 %
    • Cream (g)
    • Near  75214

HYDROQUINONE (hahy droh kwi NOHN) treats dark spots on the skin caused by hormones, aging, or sun exposure. It works by decreasing the amount of melanin, a pigment your body makes that gives your skin color. This reduces the appearance of dark spots. Sun prevention measures, including sunscreen, are often combined with this medication. It belongs to a group of medications called skin-lightening agents.


HYDROQUINONE (Generic for BLANCHE) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Amlodipine Besylate 5mg, Benazepril Hydrochloride 20mg, Oral capsule

    Interaction: Grapefruit juice
    Severity: Major
    Notes for Consumers: Do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit while taking this medication. Grapefruit may alter the effects of your medication. Serious side effects may occur. Contact your care team right away if you experience new or worsening side effects.
    Notes for Professionals: Advise patients to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice during amlodipine treatment due to the risk for increased amlodipine exposure and adverse reactions. Amlodipine is a CYP3A substrate and grapefruit juice is a CYP3A inhibitor.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.