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Mela 3 is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. The alternative uses of Mela 3 have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Mela 3 is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Mela 3 also has some side effects, the most common being Erythema, Skin irritation, Skin Burning. While these are the most often observed Mela 3 side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mela 3 go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Mela 3 has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mela 3 has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mela 3 related warnings section.
Mela 3 is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Eczema as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mela 3 contraindications section.
Besides this, Mela 3 may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mela 3, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mela 3 is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Mela 3 safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Mela 3 for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Mela 3 safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Mela 3 in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Mela 3 is unavailable.
What is the effect of Mela 3 on the Kidneys?
Mela 3 does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mela 3 on the Liver?
Mela 3 is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mela 3 on the Heart?
Mela 3 is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mela 3 should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mela 3 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mela 3 habit forming or addictive?
Mela 3 does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Mela 3
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Mela 3 together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mela 3
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Mela 3 and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Mela 3 is safe to use, if it is applied in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as sensitive skin, thinning of the skin, redness, irritation, and burning sensation of the skin. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, you can use Mela 3 after a chemical peel. Its help to prepare the skin for a chemical peel. Also, helps in the healing after a chemical peel. Before chemical peel, Mela 3 should be used twice daily evening and morning after Retina-A for 2 - 6 weeks. It helps to stop the synthesis of pigment in the skin and will help to prevent the skin from the darkening of your skin (hyperpigmentation) after the chemical peel.
Mela 3 works by inhibiting the synthesis of melanin which is responsible for dark pigmentation of the skin. In addition, it softens the skin surface which promotes a reduction in scars.
Yes, Mela 3 is used to treat melasma. Mela 3 blocks the synthesis of melanin pigment in the skin whose excessive concentration causes melasma. Hence, in this way Mela 3 treats the melasma.
No, Mela 3 does not cause acne. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, Mela 3 helps in treating acne scar. However, if you are experiencing acne after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason. You are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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