Hydroquinone, Kojic Acid, Hydrocortisone, and Tretinoin in a prescription cosmetic cream base
Active Ingredients: Hydrocortisone, Hydroquinone, Kojic Acid, Tretinoin
Important Safety Information for Strut Melasma Formula
Compound Ingredients:
Hydrocortisone, Hydroquinone, Kojic acid, Tretinoin
in Prescription Dermatology Cream
Overview of Contained Information:
-Ingredient information
-InteractionsSide effects
-How to take the medication
-How to store the medication
-Other important information you should know prior to starting the medication
Instructions:
This treatment plan may help: lighten darkened or hyperpigmented areas, reduce redness and swelling, prevent the formation of excess melanin in skin, and increase healthy cell turnover.
It may take up to several weeks to see maximum results.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
Use the medicine exactly as directed. Using more medicine or applying it more often than prescribed will not make it work any faster, and may increase side effects.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, lips, or mouth.
Do not use on sunburned skin, or skin affected by eczema. Wash your hands before and after applying formula.
Before applying, clean and dry the skin area to be treated. Applying formula to wet skin may cause skin irritation. Do not wash the treated area or apply other skin products for at least 1 hour after applying formula.
This formula should be used as part of a complete skin care program that includes avoiding sunlight and using an effective sunscreen and protective clothing.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
You can use this medicine in conjunction with other topical skin products, but avoid other products that also contain tretinoin, retinol, vitamin A, topical steroids, or hydroquinone.
Do not use skin products that contain benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid unless otherwise directed by your doctor. These products can cause severe skin irritation if used with this formula.
Using hydroquinone topical together with benzoyl peroxide, hydrogen peroxide, or other peroxide products may stain your skin. This staining can usually be removed with soap and water.
Allergies:
This medication may cause allergic reactions if you are allergic to a component of the medication or medications similar to the ingredients in this product.
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed (Ingredients: Hydrocortisone, Hydroquinone, Kojic acid, Tretinoin) please stop the compound, reach out to us and contact your doctor.
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, you may be having an acute allergic reaction and you need to get emergency medical help immediately.
Conditions:
We have evaluated your health history and the specific health information you provided us. However, if anything changes and you develop or discover any new condition please contact us and your doctor to make sure this medication is still appropriate for you.
Some medications can have interactions with conditions and we will help you evaluate that risk and decide on an appropriate treatment plan.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:
This compounded medication has not been evaluated for use with pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant use only at the discretion of your medical provider.
It is recommended not to use Tretinoin products during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Side Effects:
You may experience side effects with these medications.
These side effects are common and may go away with time and daily use:
-Itching
-Redness
-Scaling
-Dryness
These side effects may be managed with frequent use of an everyday sunscreen and moisturizer.
You may also commonly experience:
-Peeling
-Burning
-Stinging
-increased sensitivity to the sun
Stop using the formula and call your doctor at once if you have:
-Severe skin dryness
-Cracking
-Bleeding
-Blisters
-Oozing
-Blue or black discoloration of the skin (especially if you are Hispanic or African-American).
You should also avoid other products known to cause skin irritation on the area of treatment such as: medicated or abrasive soaps, chemical hair removers or waxes, electrolysis, products with alcohol or astringents, and cosmetics with a strong drying effect.
Medicines and Supplements:
We have evaluated your health history and the specific health information you provided us. However, if anything changes and you start or discover that you are taking any additional medicines or supplements please contact us and your doctor to make sure this medication is still appropriate for you.
Some medications can have interactions and we will help you evaluate that risk and decide on an appropriate treatment plan.
You can use this medicine in conjunction with other topical skin products, but avoid other products that also contain tretinoin, retinol, vitamin A, topical steroids, or hydroquinone.
Risks:
We have evaluated the specific health information provided by you to identify if this product is appropriate for you. If you forgot to provide us with any information or incorrectly provided the information we may misdiagnose or fail to diagnose conditions that you may have which could affect our recommendation for treatment.
If you need to update or clarify any information about your health you can call us and update your profile so that we may reevaluate if this is appropriate for you.
Treatment Failure:
This treatment is not 100% effective for every patient. It may not work for every patient or may only work partially to resolve the condition that it is meant to treat.
If the treatment is not working, or if you find that you are experiencing new or worsening symptoms, contact us as well as your doctor to identify if you should continue this treatment.
If it is an emergency, call 911 or seek immediate medical help.
We are providing this treatment for you because the potential benefits outweigh the risks in our estimation based on the medical information provided. You should evaluate this information and any input from your in-person healthcare team, and any other relevant information to decide if this treatment plan is appropriate for you.
Share with Your Healthcare Team:
We recommend that you update all of your physicians, pharmacists, and the rest of your healthcare team to let them know about any new medicines or supplements that you are taking or any changes in your health.
You can also ask us questions anytime regarding your therapy and we are happy to help you share any information about your health with anyone in your personal healthcare team.
Additional Resources
The following links provide further information of the potential risks and benefits of this medication:
Official Tretinoin PDR
Official Hydrocortisone PDR
FDA Tretinoin Prescribing Information
FDA Hydrocortisone Prescribing Information
FDA Hydroquinone Prescribing Information
All prescription medications require a valid and complete online consultation prior to approval and final pricing is determined. All compounded medications in the U.S. are considered off-label use. Our licensed doctors have the ability to prescribe compounds for off-label treatment, if they believe that it is an appropriate course of treatment.
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Strut Melasma Formula is a physician and pharmacist formulated blend of medications that target the main symptoms of Melasma. This treatment may help lighten darkened or hyperpigmented areas, reduce redness and swelling, prevent the formation of excess melanin in skin, and increase healthy cell turnover.
Strut Melasma Formula combines prescription and non-prescription ingredients in a pharmaceutical-grade cream base to help reduce the appearance of Melasma. Hydrocortisone is a mild topical steroid that helps locally with inflammation, redness, itching, and swelling. Hydroquinone is a topical lightening agent which may help prevent the formation of excess melanin in skin. Kojic acid is an agent found in mushrooms that may help lighten skin when applied topically. Tretinoin is a derivative of vitamin A found to increase healthy cell turnover which helps reduce the appearance of dark spots.
A compounded medication is a prescription that is mixed up specifically for you based on your doctor’s request for specific strengths, ingredients, and dosage forms. Compounded medications are not manufactured, but made in compounding pharmacies by U.S. licensed pharmacists and pharmacy technicians that follow a formula ‘recipe’ customized to your condition to create an individualized medication for you.
Apply a light coating of cream to clean, dry skin on affected areas, once daily at bedtime, or twice daily, as directed by your doctor. Wash hands after application, and avoid excess sun exposure. Strut Melasma formula is usually not used for longer than 8 weeks unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Therapy should be discontinued when control is achieved unless directed otherwise by your doctor. This drug combination is not intended for long-term treatment of Melasma and does not permanently cure Melasma. Once this treatment is discontinued, repigmentation will likely occur in the affected areas, although patients can continue to be managed with other treatments. Follow your doctor's specific orders if you are unsure how to use the medication.
The most common side effects of Strut Melasma Formula are itching, redness, scaling, dryness, peeling, burning, stinging, and increased sensitivity to the sun. Less common side effects include severe dryness, cracking, bleeding, blisters, oozing, or a blue or black discoloration of the skin. Wear sunscreen daily while using this product.
Strut’s innovative medical platform allows our U.S. licensed telemedicine physicians to treat patients remotely and safely via secure chat, phone, or video. Our physicians will customize a treatment plan based on your condition. The physician will recommend a custom formulated prescription product made from a U.S. accredited pharmacy to treat your condition. You must start with an online visit, so we can collect photos and medical information about your health. Completing an online visit is quick and easy. If you qualify, our doctors will provide a diagnosis, treatment plan and prescribe a custom formula to treat your condition.
Our Pharmacist & Dermatologist formulated compound is designed to help lessen the appearance of and lighten those dark patches characteristic of melasma. Our blend of 4 topical prescription strength agents can be used short-term for a more even-toned complexion.
If the product has arrived warm, wait 2 hours before using. Store this medication in a cool, dry environment, protected from light, at room temperature (68F-77F). Always make sure the container is tightly closed when not using the medication. Keep all medications in a safe place out of reach of pets and children.
Strut Melasma Formula contains Hydroquinone, Hydrocortisone, Kojic Acid, and Tretinoin in Prescription Dermatology Cream.
Improvements are usually noticed during the first month of treatment. Brown spots may begin to fade at around 6-8 weeks. Discontinuation of treatment usually results in a loss of pharmacologic effect, with remission periods appearing to shorten between progressive courses of treatment.
See the detailed safety information under the Safety Info tab for the product.
The online doctor’s visits are typically complementary. With Strut, you will only pay for the prescription if you qualify after your medical consultation. If after checking out, the doctor identifies that you are not a good candidate for treatment, you will not be charged. If you decide to transfer your prescription at any time to a non-preferred pharmacy of Strut Health, then you will be charged a $40 physician consultation fee to your credit card on file. Customer service can provide additional details on our pharmacy network.
The cost varies, the price is listed on the product page of the website. Prices at local pharmacies or online are often higher than what we offer. We keep our prices very competitive, as well as offering free visits and shipping.
Yes, your photographs will help us to accurately diagnose the cause of your medical condition and prescribe the most effective medication regimen. It is very important that we have clear photographs. Our site is mobile-friendly and simple to upload pictures.
Strut is qualified to help you find the right treatment for your needs. We are driven to improve the digital healthcare experience and our team is available to help you throughout the process.
This site serves as a partnership between MyRootCauseRx.com and StrutHealth.com, providing patients with valuable resources to educate themselves about treatment options.
