Question 1

Is it safe to use hydroquinone while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

It is not recommended in pregnancy.

Question 2

Is it safe to use hydroquinone 2% using while you are pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Hydroquinone is category C in pregnancy, which means that it may have harmful effects for your baby.  Use of category C medications is generally avoided in pregnancy when possible.  Given that HQ is for an aesthetic concern, I wouldn't want to take any risk assoc with HQ.  You can start using it again after your pregnancy (don't use it while breastfeeding either).

Question 3

Used otc hydroquinone 2% for years. quit use for 4 months trying to get pregnant. started use again 3 weeks ago then conceived! quit again but worried?

Accepted Answer

There is no real definitive no don't use it or yes it is ok, but if you are pregnant you need to communicate your concerns to your ob/gyn dr.

Question 4

Dark spot corrector active ingredient is hydroquinone %2 safe to use while 6 months pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Hydroquinone topically is considered category c with some animal studies showing adverse fetal effects -human potential effects unknown. Would recommend not using unless there is a real critical medical need. Otherwise can be used safely after pregnancy and no longer breast feeding.

Question 5

Is ok to use hydroquinone? im using the dark spot corrector from proactive and im 13 weeks pregnant

Accepted Answer

You probably should avoid using hydroquinone while pregnant. It is a category c drug which is known to cause side effects in animals. But the side-effects are not completely known in humans so better not to take a risk. Hydroquinone should only be used under the proper supervision of a doctor or dermatologist who can properly advise you about the proper usage, length of use, possible side-effects.

Question 6

Im 23 pregnant and was wondering can i use this serum on my face to spot treat my acne marks it has hydroquinone and retinyl propionate?

Accepted Answer

Retinol derivatives, like retinyl propionate, are recommended against for use during pregnancy due to the possibility of birth defects in similar compounds. It is best to avoid these types of creams and use something different while pregnant.

Question 7

Is it ok to use hydroquinone cream on face during last trimester of pregnancy 32 weeks pregnant i'm using. it on the side of my face n neck help plz?

Accepted Answer

Almost anything while pregnant should be avoided.

Question 8

I have melasma spots all over my face from past pregnancy and bcp/hormones. don't want retin-a or hydroquinone 2nd to chemicals. any effective lasertx?

Accepted Answer

Melasma is one of the toughest conditions to treat. This could possibly due to the genetic predisposition, or hormonal part of the condition. Sun always makes it darker. Sometimes, genesis laser is effective in treating this. However, laser can't be done on the lower or upper lids area that's covered with titanium eye shields, which makes this area difficult to treat. Any bleaching agents used, you must be committed to remaining out of the sun with complete sunblock.

Question 9

What will happen if facial astringent contain hyroquinone 0.03% applied 4x on face @39 weeks pegnant?

Accepted Answer

At this time you should be careful as to what you put into your body.  Hydroquinone could possibley affect your baby.  There's time to treat any pigment problems when you are no longer pregnant or nursing.

Question 10

Is hydroquinone really dangerous so it was banned ?

Accepted Answer

Only over-the-counter preparations of hydroquinone were banned. This was due to concerns about it being a potential carcinogen. As far as i'm aware it is still available by prescription in the us.

Can I use hydroquinone while pregnant

Is it safe to use hydroquinone while pregnant?

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

HealthTap doctors are based in the U.S., board certified, and available by text or video.

Is it safe to use hydroquinone 2% using while you are pregnant?

Used otc hydroquinone 2% for years. quit use for 4 months trying to get pregnant. started use again 3 weeks ago then conceived! quit again but worried?

Dark spot corrector active ingredient is hydroquinone %2 safe to use while 6 months pregnant?

Is ok to use hydroquinone? im using the dark spot corrector from proactive and im 13 weeks pregnant

Im 23 pregnant and was wondering can i use this serum on my face to spot treat my acne marks it has hydroquinone and retinyl propionate?

Is it ok to use hydroquinone cream on face during last trimester of pregnancy 32 weeks pregnant i'm using. it on the side of my face n neck help plz?

I have melasma spots all over my face from past pregnancy and bcp/hormones. don't want retin-a or hydroquinone 2nd to chemicals. any effective lasertx?

What will happen if facial astringent contain hyroquinone 0.03% applied 4x on face @39 weeks pegnant?

Is hydroquinone really dangerous so it was banned ?

People also searched for:

Get the Free App for Members

Get the Free App for Doctors

Product

Company

Can I use hydroquinone while pregnant

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

HealthTap doctors are based in the U.S., board certified, and available by text or video.

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:

People also searched for:

Get the Free App for Members

Get the Free App for Doctors

Product

Company