What is Solage solution prescribed for?

Solage solution is prescribed for the treatment of solar lentigines also known as brown “age” or “liver” spots. Solage should only be used under medical supervision together with a comprehensive skin care and sun avoidance program. Solage does not permanently cure solar lentigines.

Who should not use Solage?

Solage solution may cause harm to a fetus. Solage solution should not be used in women who are pregnant. Women who are able to have children should use effective birth control measure when being treated with Solage solution.

Solage solution should not be used on children.

If you are sunburned, do not use Solage solution until you have fully recovered.

Do not use Solage solution if you have a skin condition called eczema or other inflamed or irritated chronic skin conditions.

Do not use Solage solution if you are naturally sensitive to sunlight or taking other drugs that increase your sensitivity to sunlight.

General Precautions to take when on Solage solution:

Stop using Solage solution and contact your doctor if sensitivity or increased irritation occurs, or the age spots become darker with treatment.

Solage solution should be used with caution if you are also using:

• other topical products with a strong skin-drying effect,
• products with high concentrations of alcohol, such as astringents
• spices, or lime
• medicated soaps or shampoos
• permanent wave solutions
• electrolysis
• hair removal products or waxes
• other preparations or processes that might dry or irritate the skin

If you are using any of these types of products, tell your doctor.

There are some things that you should tell your doctor when taking this medication:

There is very limited information on the safety of Solage solution in people with moderately to darkly pigmented skin. If you, or a family member, have a history of vitiligo (a skin condition consisting of white patches on various parts of the body), tell your doctor.

Tell your doctor if you are using any facial or skin creams.

Certain types of medications can interact with Solage solution, tell your doctor what medications you are taking, including those that you take without a prescription.

What side effects can you expect when taking Solage? (This is only a partial list of side effects reported with Solage. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for a complete list of possible side effects and drug interactions..)

On areas of the skin where it is applied, Solage solution may cause:

• Redness
• Stinging
• Burning
• Irritation
• Peeling
• Itching

For more detailed information about Solage, ask your doctor.