Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Hydroquinone Cream
Hydroquinone Cream
| Generic name | hydroquinone |
|---|---|
| Drug class | depigmenting agent, skin bleaching agent |
| Forms | topical cream, topical liquid, gel, lotion, emulsion |
Hydroquinone is a prescription skin-lightening medicine applied to the skin. It is used to fade dark patches of skin and is available as a cream, gel, lotion, solution, or liquid.
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