Demelan

Demelan Cream (Glycolic Acid/Arbutin/Kojic Acid Dipalmitate) is indicated in the topical treatment of Post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation, Hyper-melanotic conditions and Melasma. The active ingredients have been reported in the use of lightening skin pigmentation.

Thoroughly wash your hands and apply a thin layer of the cream once or twice daily to the affected area. If your health care provider prescribes a different dosage, or other directions, adhere to your health care provider`s instructions. It is preferable to apply Demelan Cream (Glycolic Acid/Arbutin/Kojic Acid Dipalmitate) at night.

If local irritation occurs, you can decrease the dosing frequency temporarily, then increase it gradually to the prescribed dosage. The course of treatment may require several months. Continue as directed by your health care provider. As will all medications, talk to your medical provided prior to beginning any treatments.

In general, Demelan Cream (Glycolic Acid/Arbutin/Kojic Acid Dipalmitate) is well tolerated, but there have been reports of adverse reactions. These include:

• Irritant contact dermatitis
• Erythema
• Burning
• Pigmentary changes
• Skin peeling
• Occasional photo-sensitivity has also been reported with kojic and glycolic acids.

As with all medications, if you experience any side effect not listed, or that becomes bothersome, contact your health care provider.

Avoid getting the cream in or near the eyes or mouth. If skin irritation occurs, wash the area with water and consult your health care provider.

Do not use Demelan over broken or abraded (scraped) skin, or mucous membranes. Demelan Cream (Glycolic Acid/Arbutin/Kojic Acid Dipalmitate) is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any of its ingredients.

Avoid the sun, and use a sunscreen of at least 15 SPF; the sunscreen should have both UVA and UVB protection. Wear sun-protective clothing and avoid scented cosmetics for facial cleansing or scented make-up. Continue to do this for a week after treatment has stopped.