Zestoquine Forte Cream treats melasma (dark brown patch on skin) and hyperpigmentation. It helps clear the complexion, acne scars, and photoaging (premature skin ageing caused by repeated exposure to UV radiation). Hyperpigmentation is a skin condition in which patches of skin become darker in colour than the normal surrounding skin. Melasma is a common skin problem that causes dark, discoloured patches on your skin. Dark spots occur when some skin areas start producing more melanin (a natural pigment that gives colour to eyes, hair and skin), ranging from light to dark brown.

Zestoquine Forte Cream contains Hydroquinone (skin lightening or bleaching agent), which decreases the amount of melanin (a skin pigment) responsible for darkening the skin.

Zestoquine Forte Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth, and nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, rinse with water immediately. Do not use Zestoquine Forte Cream on sunburned, windburned, dry, or irritated skin. Common side effects of Zestoquine Forte Cream include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, mild itching, and skin irritation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your physician.

Avoid using Zestoquine Forte Cream if allergic to it. Zestoquine Forte Cream can make the skin more sensitive to sunlight; hence, always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Zestoquine Forte Cream on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Please limit the use of products that contain large amounts of alcohol (astringents, shaving creams, or after-shave lotions), hair removal products, and products containing lime or spices while using Zestoquine Forte Cream. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or a breastfeeding mother. Zestoquine Forte Cream is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

Zestoquine Forte Cream contains Hydroquinone, a skin-lighting agent used to treat skin problems like acne scars, melasma, hyperpigmentation, and photoaging. It is also used to treat freckles (small brown spots on the skin), age spots and chloasma (darkened skin caused by hormonal changes). It works by decreasing the amount of melanin (a skin pigment) responsible for the skin's darkening.

• Dry skin
• Erythema (skin redness)
• Burning sensation
• Mild itching
• Skin irritation

Do not apply Zestoquine Forte Cream on open wounds or sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin. If you are allergic to Zestoquine Forte Cream or any other medicines, please tell your physician. Zestoquine Forte Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact of Zestoquine Forte Cream with nose, ears, mouth, or eyes. In case Zestoquine Forte Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your physician before using Zestoquine Forte Cream. Zestoquine Forte Cream is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Zestoquine Forte Cream can make the skin more sensitive in the sunlight; hence, always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. It is recommended to avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Do not apply Zestoquine Forte Cream in large amounts or use it for a longer time than recommended, as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects. If you have asthma, rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), acne, skin thinning, perioral dermatitis (redness and swelling of the skin around the mouth), ulcerated skin, shingles (a viral infection causing painful rash), eczema (itchy, swelling of the skin) or any other skin condition, inform your doctor before using Zestoquine Forte Cream.

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug- Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have kidney or liver problems, eczema and asthma, inform your physician before using Zestoquine Forte Cream.

• Include protein-rich foods such as yoghurt, chicken and eggs in your diet, as there is a loss of protein through burn wounds and the breakdown of muscles to produce extra energy for the healing process. The additional protein is required to rebuild lost muscle.
• Add more carbohydrates to your diet, such as potatoes, beans, and rice, as glucose in carbohydrates is essential for healing.
• Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.
• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, and avoid drinking sugary beverages.
• Always wear full clothes or wear sun protection before going under the sun; it will protect your skin from sun damage.
• Please do not use harsh products on your skin as they damage it.
• Keep your skin moisturized to avoid dry skin.

• Consult your dermatologist if you do not notice any improvement after 2-3 months of treatment with Zestoquine Forte Cream.

Hyperpigmentation is a skin condition in which patches of skin become darker in colour than the normal surrounding skin. This darkening of skin occurs when an excess of melanin (hormone), the brown pigment that produces normal skin colour, forms deposits in the skin.

Melasma: It is also known as chloasma, a common skin condition that causes brown patches on the face. The discoloured (grey-brown) patches occur mostly on the forehead, chin, nose and cheeks. Melasma may be caused by sun exposure, hormone therapy, pregnancy, birth control pills, thyroid or even stress. It is more common in women than in men. It may occur in pregnant women, due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and is called a ‘mask of pregnancy’ and fades away after pregnancy on its own or after stopping the usage of contraceptive pills

Dark spots occur when some skin areas start producing more melanin(a natural pigment that gives colour to eyes, hair, and skin), which can range from light to dark brown.