
Originally Posted by
Vicky_D
And to "jolienoire", it's easy for you to say this, but not everyone can get a prescription. Some of us have to take our health/matters into our own hands. I've seen a few people on this board (they've showed me pictures via email, etc) who have been successful with mixing their own mono, and/or using benoquin.
Yes everything is not for everyone, Second it is Illegal to distribute a drug that needs a script.
I am An LPN and CMA, as well as A licensed Cosmetologist, I have worked and seen the effects of people "self-medicating" there are precautions as well as certain drugs that interact with certain medication, you can be allergic, have a reaction, etc.. etc.. Monobenzone is not a mild cosmetic bleach. Because it causes a permanent discoloration of the skin After using this medication FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE VITILIGO, the skin will be permanently affected and sensitive to sunlight it is highly suggested to Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, tanning booths, and sunlamps. And they have to wear protective clothing when outdoors. However there are cases when after the person stop using the cream (People who don't need it) they have gotten darker because the medication is intended for patients with Vitiligo so if you have normal skin and begin applying this medication it will cause some changes to the skin, the effects can be permanent use at your own risk.
Remember that doctor's prescribe these medications because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Please use caution, and remember everything is not for everyone.