Mela Act Cream is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that are used to treat melasma. It helps in brightening of the skin. It prevents premature ageing and reduces wrinkles.

Mela Act Cream should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. It is for external use only.

Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. Usually, this medicine is well tolerated and has minimal side effects like dry skin, skin rashes, etc.

If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are suffering from any other disease.

Uses of Mela Act Cream

Melasma

Benefits of Mela Act Cream

In Melasma

Melasma is a common skin problem that causes dark, discolored patches on your skin primarily on the face. It frequently occurs during pregnancy and menopause. Mela Act Cream helps to lighten these dark patches by reducing the production of melanin (natural skin pigment). Mela Act Cream lightens skin color and gives an additional glow. It also helps reduce signs of aging like wrinkles and dark spots. This helps boost your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Side effects of Mela Act Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mela Act

Dry skin
Skin rash

How to use Mela Act Cream

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.

How Mela Act Cream works

Mela Act Cream is a combination of six medicines. Tranexamic Acid is an anti-fibrinolytic. It protects the skin from UV radiation and reduces pigmentation. Kojic Acid is also an anti-pigmentation medicine. It works by suppressing the formation of melanin, a pigment that gives color to the skin. Arbutin is a natural skin lightening/whitening agent that reduces the production of melanin (skin pigment). Magnesium and Vitamin E provides essential nutrients. Mulberry extract is an antioxidant. It prevents premature aging and reduces wrinkles. This is how treats melasma.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Mela Act Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Mela Act Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Mela Act Cream is used for the treatment of melasma.
It is advisable to use a mild soap and lukewarm water to wash with. Always dry the area gently with a towel before applying this medicine.
It is usually recommended that you use it twice each day, in the morning and the evening.
Along with the application of this medicine, use sunscreen (with minimum SPF 15), wear long-sleeved clothing, sunglasses, hat whenever you step outside in the hot sun for better protection.
As you apply Mela Act Cream, try to avoid getting it on the sensitive areas of your skin in or around your nostrils, eyes, and mouth. Do not apply it to any areas of skin that are irritated or sore.
Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.
You may also use certain safe cosmetics (after consulting with your doctor) in order to lighten pigmentation.

Fact Box

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Treatment of melasma. Do or do not for melasma

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References

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Country of origin: India

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Same salt composition:Tranexamic Acid (10% w/w), Kojic Acid (2% w/w), Arbutin (1.5% w/w), Magnesium (1% w/w), Vitamin E (1% w/w), Mulberry extract (1% w/w)