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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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Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 20mg

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Octamop Forte 20mg Tablet 10s
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₹63.1

MRP ₹77

Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 20mg

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Methonid 20mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹42

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Octamop Forte 20mg Tablet 10s
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Molecule
Salt Composition in both

Methoxsalen 20mg

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Kuvadex 20mg Tablet
Kivi Labs Ltd
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹41

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Molecule
Salt Composition

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Strip of 10 tablets

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MRP ₹77

Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Methonid 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹25.4

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Macsoralen Lotion
Mac Laboratories Ltd
Bottle of 15 ml
MRP

₹42

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Melozar 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹30

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Macsoralen Tablet
Mac Laboratories Ltd
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹24

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Metho 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹29

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Melacyl 10mg Tablet
Parry Pharma Pvt Ltd
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹20.9

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Methofine 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹52

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Mcyl Tablet
Parry Pharma Pvt Ltd
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹19

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Octrin 10 Tablet
Renivo Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹27

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Salen Capsule
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Strip of 10 capsules
MRP

₹40

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Meladerm 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 30 tablets
MRP

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Strip of 10 tablets
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₹24.1

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Misvic 10mg Tablet
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹30

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Pexomen 10mg Tablet
Carlton Dermatology
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹78

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Melan 10mg Tablet
Med Manor Organics Pvt Ltd
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹25

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Methocard 10mg Tablet
Cubit Healthcare
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹35

No Substitute
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Mysalen 10mg Tablet
Gary Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
strip of 10
MRP

₹50

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Vitinic 10mg Tablet
Tunic Healthcare
Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹14

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Melcyl 10mg Tablet 10s
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Strip of 10 tablets
MRP

₹34.3

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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Melanocyl 10mg Tablet 40s
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Strip of 40 tablets
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Molecule
Salt Composition

Methoxsalen 10mg

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Maxlen 10mg Tablet
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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.