Can medications cause skin darkening?

Can medications cause skin darkening?

The main drugs implicated in causing skin pigmentation are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antimalarials, amiodarone, cytotoxic drugs, tetracyclines, heavy metals and psychotropic drugs.

Does hydroxychloroquine cause pigmentation?

Hydroxychloroquine is an antimalarial medication that can cause hyperpigmentation of nails, mucosa, and skin [1–5]. Retrospective studies cite the incidence of drug-related hyperpigmentation from hydroxychloroquine to be as high as 33% of individuals [6].

Can BP meds cause hyperpigmentation?

Despite their widespread use, very few cases of hyperpigmentation induced by antihypertensive drugs have been reported. Calcium channel blockers are first-line drugs for hypertension.

What drug turns your skin black?

Pigmentation may be induced by a wide variety of drugs; the main ones implicated include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), phenytoin, antimalarials, amiodarone, antipsychotic drugs, cytotoxic drugs, tetracyclines, and heavy metals.

What causes the skin to turn dark?

Cells called melanocytes located in the skin, produce melanin. Melanin gives the skin its color. In certain conditions melanocytes can become abnormal and cause an excessive amount of darkening in the color of the skin.

What are the side effects to hydroxychloroquine?

Hydroxychloroquine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• headache.
• dizziness.
• loss of appetite.
• nausea.
• diarrhea.
• stomach pain.
• vomiting.
• rash.

What time of day should I take hydroxychloroquine?

Take this medicine with meals or milk to lessen stomach upset, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Keep using this medicine for the full treatment time, even if you feel better after the first few doses. Your infection may not clear up if you stop using the medicine too soon.

How can I reduce the side effects of hydroxychloroquine?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hydroxychloroquine is “a relatively well-tolerated medicine.” The most common, mild side effects such as nausea, stomach pain, headache and vomiting may be lessened by taking the drug with food, the agency said. Taking the drug with milk can also help.