Human body gets affected by various types of skin disorders. Vitiligo is one such skin disorder affecting a large number of people all over the world. It involves occurrence of white patches in the skin, the mucous membranes (tissues that cover the interior of the mouth and nose, in addition to sex organ and rectal areas), and the retina (inner layer of the eyeball) because of the elimination melanocytes in the skin. Melanocytes are the cells responsible for making pigment in the body. The effect of this pigmentation disorder is so far-reaching that the hair grown in affected areas of Vitiligo turns white as well.

 

Benoquin (Monobenzone) cream is the best treatment option available for patients who have Vitiligo spread to more than 50 percent of their bodies. Patients can apply this depigmentation cream to pigmented areas twice a day or as directed by their physician till these areas match the coloring and appearance of the already-depigmented areas. People should be careful about making skin-to-skin contact with other people for minimum of 2 hours after applying the medication.

 

Though Monobenzone is quite effective against Vitiligo, it is not intended for treating melanoma, freckles, café-au-lait spots, sun damage, jaundice, or other skin disorders not induced by Vitiligo. Do not use Benoquin if you are allergic to its active ingredient Monobenzone or any other excipients. Before using this drug, inform your doctor if you have hypersensitivity to any other drugs. Benoquin should never be used as a cosmetic bleaching agent.

 

Benoquin is listed in the FDA pregnancy category C. So, the drug may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or may become pregnant during the treatment. There is no confirmation on the fact that Monobenzone excretes into breast milk or could injure a nursing baby. Yet, you should inform your doctor if you’re breastfeeding a baby before using this medication.

 

Monobenzone cream is applied locally to treat Vitiligo. It may be injurious to health if swallowed. In case of swallowing or overdoses of this drug, inform your local poison control center or emergency room hastily. Another important thing to remember is not to share this medicine with others. It is meant for your current condition only. Never use this medication for other skin ailments unless directed by your physician to do so. A different drug may be prescribed in that scenario.

 

You should store Benoquin (Monobenzone) at a room temperature of 77 degrees Fahrenheit, or 25 degrees Celsius. Storage between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted for a short period of time. Keep the drug away from direct sunlight and moisture. Do not keep it in the bathroom. Children and pets should not have access to this medication. Disposal of Benoquin is equally important. Never flush the drugs down the toilet or dump them into a drain unless specifically instructed to do so.