Drug Reference
Hydroquinone
Other dermatologicals
Rx only
Fact box
- Therapeutic class
- Other dermatologicals
- Action class
- Melanin Synthesis Inhibitor
- Mechanism
- Melanin Synthesis Inhibitors
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Prescription (Rx)
Brand names
EpiQuin MicroLustraNeova Complex HQ PlusRemergent HQTri-Luma
Available as
20 MG/ML · Topical Solution0.1 MG/ML · Topical Cream40 MG/ML20 MG/ML · Topical Cream40 MG/ML · Topical Cream0.02 MG/MG · Topical Gel30 MG/ML · Topical Solution20 MG/ML40 MG/ML · Topical Solution0.04 MG/MG · Topical Gel
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Uses helps prevent sunburn If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun
How to use / dosing
Directions apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating reapply at least every 2 hours Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses children under 6 months: Ask a doctor
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings For external use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
- ZO SKIN HEALTH PIGMENT CONTROL CREME HYDROQUINONE (HYDROQUINONE) EMULSION [ZO SKIN HEALTH, INC.]
- ZO SKIN HEALTH PIGMENT CONTROL PLUS BLENDING CREME HYDROQUINONE (HYDROQUINONE) EMULSION [ZO SKIN HEALTH, INC.]
- HYDROQUINONE 4% (HYDROQUINONE) CREAM [ACELLA PHARMACEUTICALS, LLC]
- GUNA-KIDNEY (CHONDRODENDRON TOMENTOSUM ROOT - CLERODENDRANTHUS SPICATUS LEAF - EQUISETUM HYEMALE - ESCHERICHIA COLI - HIERACIUM PILOSELLA FLOWERING TOP - METHYLENE BLUE - NITRIC ACID - ONONIS CAMPESTRIS - PLANTAGO MAJOR - PORK KIDNEY - POTASSIUM NITRATE - PROTEUS VULGARIS - QUINHYDRONE - SARSAPARILLA - SOLIDAGO VIRGAUREA FLOWERING TOP - SUCCINIC ACID - SUS SCROFA URETER - SUS SCROFA URINARY BLADDER -) SOLUTION/ DROPS [GUNA SPA]
- ZO SKIN HEALTH PIGMENT CONTROL PROGRAM PLUS HYDROQUINONE (HYDROQUINONE) KIT [ZO SKIN HEALTH, INC.]
Authoritative sources
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.