How To Treat Hypopigmentation

Oral Medication

Oral medication can sometimes help, depending on the underlying cause of the condition. Individuals taking oral medication alone won't usually help with the light patches or the overall appearance of their skin. But several potential underlying causes of hypopigmentation can be treated with different oral medications. For example, if these patches are caused by a skin infection, patients might be prescribed a course of oral antibiotics to combat it. Certain medications might be prescribed to help patients cope with psoriasis flareups and other autoimmune disorders, which can subsequently reduce hypopigmentation. If the underlying cause of hypopigmentation is tinea versicolor, patients might be prescribed oral antifungal medication. The medication might also be prescribed as a cream patients must place directly on the light patches. Individuals might also use oral medication to cope with pain caused by an underlying skin condition.