HYDROQUINONE and DEPRESSION

9 reports of this reaction

0.7% of all HYDROQUINONE reports

#51 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

DEPRESSION is the #51 most commonly reported adverse reaction for HYDROQUINONE, manufactured by Obagi Cosmeceuticals LLC. There are 9 FDA adverse event reports linking HYDROQUINONE to DEPRESSION. This represents approximately 0.7% of all 1,310 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking HYDROQUINONE who experience depression should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

DEPRESSION9 of 1,310 reports

DEPRESSION is a less commonly reported adverse event for HYDROQUINONE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of HYDROQUINONE

In addition to depression, the following adverse reactions have been reported for HYDROQUINONE:

SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA OF SKIN — 44 reports
FATIGUE — 43 reports
DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 42 reports
PAIN — 41 reports
PRURITUS — 35 reports
PRODUCT USE IN UNAPPROVED INDICATION — 34 reports
OFF LABEL USE — 32 reports
CONDITION AGGRAVATED — 31 reports
ANXIETY — 30 reports
ARTHRALGIA — 27 reports

Other Drugs Associated with DEPRESSION

The following drugs have also been linked to depression in FDA adverse event reports:

ACETIC ACID ALPRAZOLAM ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SIMETHICONE AMANTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE AMMONIA N 13 AMPHETAMINE SULFATE ANTIFUNGAL LIQUID SPRAY APREMILAST ARIPIPRAZOLE ARIPIPRAZOLE ORAL ARIPIPRAZOLE ORALLY DISINTEGRATING ATAZANAVIR ATAZANAVIR SULFATE ATOMOXETINE ATOMOXETINE HYDROCHLORIDE AVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE AVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, OCTOCRYLENE AVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, OCTOCRYLENE, OXYBENZONE BACLOFEN BENZTROPINE MESYLATE

Frequently Asked Questions

Does HYDROQUINONE cause DEPRESSION?

DEPRESSION has been reported as an adverse event in 9 FDA reports for HYDROQUINONE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is DEPRESSION with HYDROQUINONE?

DEPRESSION accounts for approximately 0.7% of all adverse event reports for HYDROQUINONE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience DEPRESSION while taking HYDROQUINONE?

If you experience depression while taking HYDROQUINONE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

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Disclaimer: This analysis is based on FDA adverse event reports and is for informational purposes only. Reports do not prove causation. Always consult your healthcare provider.