It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.
It also comes as a solution or ointment to apply topically as directed by your physician.
Topical: 1%-Solution/Ointment- Apply thin layer of this medication over the affected area then exposed to sunlight for 1 minute.
Oxsoralen
It also comes as a solution or ointment to apply topically as directed by your physician.
Dosage & When it is to be taken
Oral- The recommended dose is 20 mg or up to 600 mcg/kg on alternate days, after 2 hours sunlight or UV light exposure for 15 minutes.Topical: 1%-Solution/Ointment- Apply thin layer of this medication over the affected area then exposed to sunlight for 1 minute.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with skin cancer, sensitivity to sunlight, and hypersensitivity.Drug Name : Methoxsalen
This medication is a photosensitizer, prescribed for vitiligo in combination with controlled doses of ultraviolet A (UVA) or sunlight.Trade Names/Brand Names of Methoxsalen
India :
Mysalen |
Melanocyl (25 ml) |
Vitinic |
Melanocyl |
Melanocyl Tab |
Vitilen |
Sorvigo |
Meladerm Paint |
Melanocyl |
Octamop
International :
Oxsoralen
