Melcyl Tablet
East West Pharma
Uses of Melcyl Tablet:
Vitiligo, Psoriasis
Composition of Melcyl Tablet:
Methoxsalen 10mg
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34.3
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Description
Vitiligo, Psoriasis
Uses
Methoxsalen is generally used in treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo
Side effects
- Blisters on skin
- Edema (swelling)
- Itching
- Redness of skin
How to use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label.
How it works
Methoxsalen is used along with ultraviolet-A irradiation where it works by decreasing the number of cells the skin makes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Methoxsalen used for?
Methoxsalen is used along with ultraviolet light (found in sunlight and some special lamps) in a treatment to treat vitiligo (a disease in which skin color is lost), and psoriasis (a skin condition associated with red and scaly patches), and treatment of white blood cells (called photopheresis) and is used to treat the skin problems associated with mycosis fungoides, which is a type of lymphoma
Q. How does Methoxsalen work?
Methoxsalen works by modifying the way by which skin cells receive the ultraviolet light A (UVA) radiation, thereby clearing up the disease.
Methoxsalen is used along with ultraviolet light (found in sunlight and some special lamps) in a treatment to treat vitiligo (a disease in which skin color is lost), and psoriasis (a skin condition associated with red and scaly patches), and treatment of white blood cells (called photopheresis) and is used to treat the skin problems associated with mycosis fungoides, which is a type of lymphoma
Q. How does Methoxsalen work?
Methoxsalen works by modifying the way by which skin cells receive the ultraviolet light A (UVA) radiation, thereby clearing up the disease.
Expert Advice
- Take this treatment (Methoxsalen and UVA) two or three times a week with the treatment spaced at least forty-eight hours apart. Take this medication by mouth with food or milk, usually 2 to 4 hours before your UVA light treatment.Do not sunbathe for 24 hours before taking Methoxsalen. Wear UVA-absorbing, wrap-around sunglasses and cover exposed skin or use a sunblock (SP 15 or higher) for the twenty-four (24) hour period following treatment with Methoxsalen.Use 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 taking or spend extra time in the sunlight or under an ultraviolet lamp.Do not drive or operate 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 also once a year thereafter.
Product Details
SKU: PC-51648
Product Description: Melcyl Tablet is manufactured by East West Pharma
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Melcyl Tablet is manufactured by East West Pharma
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
