6 reports of this reaction
0.5% of all HYDROQUINONE reports
#98 most reported adverse reaction
SKIN HYPERPIGMENTATION is the #98 most commonly reported adverse reaction for HYDROQUINONE, manufactured by Obagi Cosmeceuticals LLC. There are 6 FDA adverse event reports linking HYDROQUINONE to SKIN HYPERPIGMENTATION. This represents approximately 0.5% of all 1,310 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking HYDROQUINONE who experience skin hyperpigmentation should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
SKIN HYPERPIGMENTATION is a less commonly reported adverse event for HYDROQUINONE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to skin hyperpigmentation, the following adverse reactions have been reported for HYDROQUINONE:
SKIN HYPERPIGMENTATION has been reported as an adverse event in 6 FDA reports for HYDROQUINONE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
SKIN HYPERPIGMENTATION accounts for approximately 0.5% of all adverse event reports for HYDROQUINONE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience skin hyperpigmentation 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.