Monobenzone vs Benoquin — What's the Difference?

Monobenzone vs Benoquin — Are They the Same?

Yes — Benoquin IS monobenzone. Benoquin is simply a brand name for monobenzone 20% cream. The active pharmaceutical ingredient in both is identical: monobenzone (monobenzyl ether of hydroquinone).

Benoquin was manufactured by ICN Pharmaceuticals (later Valeant Pharmaceuticals) and has since been discontinued. Patients searching for Benoquin cream are effectively searching for monobenzone 20% cream under its most famous brand name.

Key Differences

Benoquin: Brand name · 20% concentration only · Discontinued · No longer available

Our Monobenzone Cream: Generic pharmaceutical · Available in 20% AND 40% · In stock · Ships worldwide · From $12

Why Was Benoquin Discontinued?

Benoquin was discontinued by the manufacturer due to commercial decisions, not safety concerns. The active ingredient monobenzone remains FDA-approved and continues to be used in clinical dermatology worldwide for vitiligo depigmentation therapy.

Best Benoquin Alternative

Our monobenzone cream is the best available Benoquin alternative because:

• Same pharmaceutical-grade active ingredient
• Available in 20% (same as Benoquin) AND 40% (higher strength)
• Manufactured by Behvazan Pharmaceutical Co. — established pharmaceutical manufacturer
• Worldwide shipping via UPS and FedEx
• Competitive pricing from $12