Trioxsalen Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Trioxsalen, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Trioxsalen brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Trioxsalen

Pronunciation : trye-OX-sa-len

ICD Code : Y57.5 Therapeutic Classification : Photosensitizer

Brand Names or Trade Names of Trioxsalen

India :

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International :

Trisoralen

Why is Trioxsalen Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a photosensitizer (psoralen derivative), used for vitiligo along with ultraviolet light.

When should Trioxsalen not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with porphyria (reddish-purple color urine), acute autoimmune disease or white patches and in children less than 12 years.

What is the dosage of Trioxsalen?

PO- Adults and children 12 years of age and over— The recommended dose is 20 to 40 mg, two to four hours before ultraviolet light A (UVA) exposure.

How should Trioxsalen be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food or milk.

What are the warnings and precautions for Trioxsalen?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of allergy to sunlight, auto immune disease, vision problems, heart, kidney or liver disease, infection, stomach problem, skin cancer, any allergy, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid exposure to sunlight.

• Take proper diet as directed by your physician; otherwise it may increase your skin sensitivity.

What are the side effects of Trioxsalen?

Most Common- Itching, irritation and nausea.
Skin- Blistering, redness, rash and swelling.
Central Nervous System- Dizziness, headache, depression, nervousness and trouble in speaking.