Lustra Cream (Hydroquinone)

Do’s

• Before applying Lustra-AF Cream to the affected area, apply a small amount to unbroken skin and wait 24 hours. If there's mild redness, it's likely safe to proceed. Discontinue use and consult your healthcare provider if you experience itching, redness, puffiness, or blistering.
• Apply Lustra-AF Cream to the affected areas twice daily or as directed by your healthcare provider. Be sure to use it only on the intended areas to avoid unwanted skin lightening.
• Avoid getting Lustra-AF Cream in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If it does come into contact, flush thoroughly with water.
• Lustra-AF Cream can increase sun sensitivity. Limit sun exposure, avoid tanning booths and sunlamps, and wear protective clothing on treated areas when outdoors.
• While Lustra-AF contains sunscreen, it's not meant for general sun protection. Apply a separate broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher to your entire body.
• Apply Lustra-AF Cream regularly for optimal results. Aim to use it at the same time each day.
• Tell your healthcare provider if your condition doesn't improve or worsens after two months of using Lustra-AF Cream.

Don'ts

• Don’t skip the patch test. Always do a patch test before applying Lustra-AF Cream to a larger area.
• Don’t overuse or misuse. Don't apply Lustra-AF Cream more often or to larger areas than prescribed.
• Don’t neglect sun protection. Sun exposure can worsen discoloration and potentially cause side effects.
• Don’t use it as a general sunscreen. Lustra-AF's sunscreen is for treated areas only. Apply a separate broad-spectrum sunscreen for overall protection.
• Don’t discontinue abruptly. Consult your healthcare provider before stopping Lustra-AF Cream use.

Common Side Effects:

• Mild burning
• Stinging
• Redness
• Dryness
• Itching

Serious Side Effects:

• Blistering
• Skin cracking
• Blue-black darkening of the skin

This is not an exhaustive list, and other side effects may occur. If you experience any unusual or severe side effects while taking Lustra cream, contact your healthcare provider for medical advice.

Tell your healthcare provider if you are allergic to hydroquinone, sunscreens, or any other ingredients in Lustra-AF Cream.

Inform your healthcare provider about any pre-existing medical conditions, particularly asthma or other skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis, before using Lustra-AF Cream.

Tell your healthcare provider about all medications you use, including Lustra-AF Cream, before having surgery.

Lustra-AF Cream should only be used during pregnancy when clearly necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your healthcare provider. 

It is unknown if Lustra-AF Cream passes into breast milk, so consult your healthcare provider before breastfeeding while using this medication.