Skin Discoloration Medications

HYDROQUINONE treats dark spots on the skin caused by hormones, aging, or sun exposure. It works by decreasing the amount of melanin, a pigment your body makes that gives your skin color. This reduces the appearance of dark spots. Sun prevention measures, including sunscreen, are often combined with this medication. It belongs to a group of medications called skin-lightening agents.

HYDROQUINONE treats dark spots on the skin caused by hormones, aging, or sun exposure. It works by decreasing the amount of melanin, a pigment your body makes that gives your skin color. This reduces the appearance of dark spots. Sun prevention measures, including sunscreen, are often combined with this medication. It belongs to a group of medications called skin-lightening agents.

HYDROQUINONE treats dark spots on the skin caused by hormones, aging, or sun exposure. It works by decreasing the amount of melanin, a pigment your body makes that gives your skin color. This reduces the appearance of dark spots. Sun prevention measures, including sunscreen, are often combined with this medication. It belongs to a group of medications called skin-lightening agents.

Tretinoin (tretinoin emollient, refissa, Renova) is an expensive drug used on the skin to treat mild to moderate acne. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in multiple brand and generic versions. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.

Tazarotene (Avage, Tazorac) is an expensive drug applied to the skin to treat facial wrinkles or certain types of dark or light colored spots on the face. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. It is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.

Celacyn is part of the Skin Barrier Emollients class and treats Skin Discoloration. Skin barrier emollients are used to treat eczema, skin allergies, dry skin, and itching. They work by moisturizing the skin to reduce itching and irritation. Celacyn is only available as a brand name drug.

Tri-Luma (Flucinolone/Hydroquinone/Tretinoin) is a combination corticosteroid, a retinoid similar to vitamin A, and a drug used to lighten the skin. It is used on the skin to treat melasma. Tri-Luma is the most popular melanin synthesis inhibitor/retinoid/corticosteroid combinations. There are currently no generic alternatives to Tri-Luma.

GoodRx has partnered with InsideRx and Galderma Pharmaceuticals to reduce the price for this prescription. Check our savings tips for co-pay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. Tri-Luma is covered by
most Medicare and insurance plans.