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Methoxsalen

Uses

Methoxsalen uses Methoxsalen is used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis.

How it Works

How Methoxsalen works Methoxsalen is an organic compound used in conjunction with ultraviolet-A irradiation. It functions by reducing the number of cells produced by the skin.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Methoxsalen include erythema (skin redness), blisters on the skin, edema (swelling), and itching.

Expert Advice

  • Take this treatment (methoxsalen and UVA) two or three times a week, ensuring treatments are spaced at least forty-eight hours apart.
  • Administer this medication orally with food or milk, usually 2 to 4 hours prior to your UVA light treatment.
  • Avoid sunbathing for 24 hours before taking methoxsalen.
  • Wear UVA-absorbing, wrap-around sunglasses and cover exposed skin or apply sunblock (SPF 15 or higher) for the twenty-four (24) hour period following treatment with methoxsalen.
  • Exercise extra caution for at least 48 hours following each treatment.
  • After each treatment, cover your skin for at least 8 hours by wearing protective clothing.
  • Do not increase the amount of methoxsalen if you are spending extra time in sunlight or under an ultraviolet lamp.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery, as methoxsalen may cause dizziness.
  • Not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years.
  • You will need to have an eye examination before starting methoxsalen and once a year thereafter.

Methoxsalen in other salts

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Methoxsalen 10mg

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Molecule
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Methoxsalen 10mg

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MRP

22.6

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Molecule
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Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Metho 10mg Tablet
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MRP

27.2

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Molecule
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Maxlen 10mg Tablet
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23.4

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Neonocyl 10mg Tablet
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Molecule
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Methoxsalen 10mg

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Melavel 10mg Tablet 10s
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MRP

24.4

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Neonocyl 10mg Tablet
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35.7

MRP 59.5

Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Methocus 10mg Tablet
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MRP

45

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35.7

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Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 10mg

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MRP

61.9

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Molecule
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Methoxsalen 10mg

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Molecule
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64.6

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Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

37.1

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Neonocyl 10mg Tablet
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35.7

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Molecule
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27

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Molecule
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MRP

190.2

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35.7

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Molecule
Salt Composition in both

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MRP

25.4

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Neonocyl 10mg Tablet
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35.7

MRP 59.5

Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 20mg

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Meton 20mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

42.2

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Octamop Forte 20mg Tablet 10s
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64.6

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Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Methocard 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

35

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Neonocyl 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets

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Methoxsalen 10mg

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Molecule
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Methoxsalen 10mg

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Molecule
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Molecule
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Frequently asked questions

Methoxsalen is used in conjunction with ultraviolet light to treat vitiligo, psoriasis, and skin problems associated with mycosis fungoides, as well as for photopheresis to treat certain blood conditions.
Methoxsalen alters how skin cells absorb ultraviolet A (UVA) radiation, which helps to alleviate the symptoms of the diseases it treats.