Metacortil Lite

Composition

Mometasone (0.1%w/w) + Hydroquinone (2%w/w) + Tretinoin (0.025%w/w)

Uses of Metacortil Lite

Metacortil-Lite Cream is used in the treatment of melasma.

How it works

Metacortil-Lite Cream 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.

Directions for use

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.

Side effects

Common side effects of Metacortil Lite may include:

• •Application site reactions (burning
• •irritation
• •itching and redness)

Manufacturer & class

Manufacturer:

MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD