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Hydroquinone, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide for Melanoma

ICD-10 C43

Hydroquinone, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide is used in the treatment of melanoma, based on its FDA-labeled indications.

Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer . Often the first sign of melanoma is a change in the size, shape, color, or feel of a mole. Most melanomas have a black or black-blue area. Melanoma may also appear as a new mole. It may be black, abnormal, or "ugly looking." Thin… More on Melanoma →

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How Hydroquinone, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide is used

Uses helps prevent sunburn If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun

Dosage

Directions apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating reapply at least every 2 hours Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses children under 6 months: Ask a doctor

Warnings

Warnings For external use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs When using this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

ICD-10 codes for Melanoma

C43

Other medications for Melanoma

Hydroquinone, Homosalate, Octisalate, and Zinc OxideHydroquinone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Zinc OxideRaloxifeneAtezolizumabAtezolizumab and Hyaluronidase-tqjsBinimetinibDacarbazineEncorafenib

Frequently asked questions

Is Hydroquinone, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide used to treat Melanoma?

Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Hydroquinone, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide is used in the treatment of melanoma. Use it only as prescribed — your clinician decides whether it's right for you.

What ICD-10 codes apply to Melanoma?

Melanoma is coded in ICD-10-CM as C43.

Informational only, drawn from FDA labeling and NIH MedlinePlus — not medical advice. Talk to your clinician about whether Hydroquinone, Titanium Dioxide, and Zinc Oxide is right for you.

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