Epiquin micro xd topical cream

EpiQuin™ Micro and EpiQuin™ Micro XD contain hydroquinone USP 4% and retinol (vitamin A) incorporated into patented porous microspheres (Microsponge * System) composed of methyl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer. This polymeric system has been shown to provide gradual release of active ingredient into the skin. 1 Hydroquinone is 1,4-benzenediol. Hydroquinone is structurally related to monobenzone. Hydroquinone occurs as fine, white needles. The drug is freely soluble in water and in alcohol and has a pK a of 9.96. Chemically, hydroquinone is designated as p-dihydroxybenzene; the empirical formula is C 6 H 6 O 2 ; molecular weight 110.1. The structural formula is:

ACTIVE INGREDIENT:

Hydroquinone USP, 4%

OTHER INGREDIENTS:

Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Emulsifying Wax, Dimethicone, Glycerin, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Methyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Retinol (Vitamin A), Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Ascorbyl Palmitate, Bisabolol, Cyclomethicone, PEG-10 Soy Sterol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, TEA-Stearate, Cetyl Phosphate, Butylated Hydroxy Toluene, Propyl Gallate, Disodium EDTA, Benzyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Triethanolamine, Sodium Metabisulfite.

EpiQuin Micro and EpiQuin Micro XD are indicated for the gradual treatment of ultraviolet induced dyschromia and discoloration resulting from the use of oral contraceptives, pregnancy, hormone replacement therapy, or skin trauma.

No systemic reactions have been reported. Occasional cutaneous hypersensitivity (localized contact dermatitis) may occur, in which case the medication should be discontinued and the physician notified immediately.

There have been no systemic reactions reported from the use of topical hydroquinone. However, treatment should be limited to relatively small areas of the body at one time, since some patients experience a transient skin reddening and a mild burning sensation which does not preclude treatment.

EpiQuin Micro and EpiQuin Micro XD should be applied to the affected areas twice daily, morning and before bedtime, or as directed by a physician. To prevent repigmentation during and after the use of EpiQuin Micro and EpiQuin Micro XD, sun exposure should be limited and a sunscreen agent or sun-protective clothing should be used to cover the treated areas. There is no recommended dosage for pediatric patients under 12 years of age except under the advice and supervision of a physician.

If using EpiQuin Micro XD, hold the package (pouch) at the bottom with the sponge applicator facing upwards. Press or squeeze the pouch in the center where it says "Press Here" until the seal between the pouch and the sponge has been broken. Next, squeeze the pouch until the cream has emptied into the sponge. Immediately apply the cream by holding the pouch and rubbing the sponge applicator on the affected area. Single use only.