Kojex E Cream
Kojex E Cream Description
Kojex E Cream is a skin depigmenting agent used to treat brownish to greyish patches of pigmentation, usually on the face, called melasma. It contains a combination of kojic acid, arbutin, octinoxate
and vitamin E/tocopherol as active substances. Kojex E Cream works by decreasing the hyperpigmentation of the skin. It is meant for external applications only and should not be ingested. You should use this medicine exactly as recommended by the doctor. Do not use more of Kojex E Cream or apply it more often than recommended. Do not use it for treating any other skin condition. Before using Kojex E Cream, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding, and about your complete medical history. Also, inform about any other medicines that you are applying to the skin.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹170.00 |
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Contains | Vitamin E / Tocopherol(1.0 %) + Arbutin(1.5 %) + Octinoxate(7.5 %) + Kojic Acid(2.0 %) |
Uses | Hyperpigmentation/melasma |
Side effects | Skin irritation, rashes, inflammation, itchiness, pain |
Therapy | DRUGS FOR MELASMA |
Uses of Kojex E Cream
Contraindications of Kojex E Cream
Side effects of Kojex E Cream
- Skin irritation
- Skin rashes
- Skin inflammation
- Itchiness
- Pain
Precautions and Warnings of Kojex E Cream
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Mode of Action of Kojex E Cream
How Does It Work?
- Kojex E Cream contains kojic acid, arbutin, octinoxate and vitamin E/tocopherol as active substances.
- Kojic acid decreases the production of a substance called melanin responsible for skin pigmentation.
- Arbutin prevents the action of a chemical called tyrosinase which is involved in the production of the skin pigmenting substance, melanin.
- Octinoxate is a photoprotective agent that absorbs UV-B and UV-A rays of sunlight and prevents damage to skin cells after sunlight exposure.
- Vitamin E/tocopherol is an antioxidant that protects the cells from the damaging effects of substances called free radicals.
Directions for Use of Kojex E Cream
- Kojex E Cream should be used as recommended by your doctor.
- It is meant for external use only and should not be ingested.
- Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine, unless your hands are the area to be treated.
- Apply the medication only to the hyperpigmented areas and rub gently to cover the entire affected area.
- In case of contact with your eyes, wash them with clean water immediately.
Interactions of Kojex E Cream
Interactions with other medicines
- Since Kojex E Cream is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines.
- However, consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions or applying any medicines to the skin.
- Care should be taken if you are taking medicines for treating blood clots (warfarin), high/abnormal cholesterol levels (simvastatin), and bacterial infections (niacin).
Storage and disposal of Kojex E Cream
- Store Kojex E Cream in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Kojex E Cream
Overdose
- Kojex E Cream is meant for external application, and hence cases of overdose are unlikely.
- However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
- If you have applied extra quantities of it, wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.
Missed a Dose
- If you have missed applying Kojex E Cream, apply it as soon as possible.
- If it's time for your next application, then skip the missed application and continue with your regular application schedule.
- Do not over-apply this medicine to compensate for the missed application.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How should I apply Kojex E Cream?
- Kojex E Cream should be used as recommended by your doctor.
- It is meant for external use only and should not be ingested.
- Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine, unless your hands are the area to be treated.
- Apply the medication only to the hyperpigmented areas and rub gently to cover the entire affected area.
- In case of contact with eyes, wash your eyes with clean water immediately.
Q: What should I discuss with my doctor before using Kojex E Cream?
Q: What precautions must I take if my eyes come in contact with Kojex E Cream?
Q: Can I use Kojex E Cream to treat freckles?
Q: How frequently can I use Kojex E Cream?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
- Office of dietary supplements - vitamin E [Internet]. NIH Office of Dietary Supplements. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services;2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
- Arbutin [Internet]. Uses, Interactions, Mechanism of Action | DrugBank Online. 2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
- Kojic acid 1. exposure data - IARC Publications website [Internet]. 2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
- Octinoxate [Internet]. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PubChem Compound Database. U.S. National Library of Medicine; 2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
- Octinoxate [Internet]. Uses, Interactions, Mechanism of Action | DrugBank Online. 2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
- Octinoxate [Internet]. American Chemical Society. 2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
- Octinoxate [Internet]. Haereticus. 2022 [cited 15 December 2022]
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