Melanocyl (Methoxsalen) - 10mg (40 Tablets)
Melanocyl Prices
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1-4 Items | £ 4.60 |
| 5-9 Items | £ 4.25 |
| 10+ Items | £ 3.82 |
- General Info
- How To Use
- Dosage
- Side effects
- Precautions
Brand Name : Melanocyl
Generic Name: Methoxsalen |
Manufacturer : Franco-Indian
About Melanocyl: In cases of severe psoriasis, Melanocyl (Methoxsalen) - 10mg (40 Tablets) can be used alongside ultraviolet light therapy for treatment. This combination effectively reduces the number of cells produced by the skin hence managing psoriasis. The drug is also used to treat a number of skin diseases including vitiligo, eczema, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and psoriasis. The active ingredient in Melanocyl, methoxsalen, works by increasing the skin’s sensitivity to UV radiation hence changing the skin color.
How to use Melanocyl
Use this medicine as advised by your doctor and follow the dosage to the letter. It is advisable to take the pills with food or low-fat milk. Swallow the pill whole without breaking, chewing or crushing it. As explained before, Melanocyl 10mg tablets are taken along with UVA light treatment and the patient should take the pill two to four hours before the UVA treatment. Avoid sunbathing 24 hours before taking Melanocyl and wear UVA-absorbing sunglasses or cover exposed skin. You can also use sun block (SP15 or higher) for a period of 24 hours after taking Melanocyl. After UVA treatment, cover your body for durations of 8 hours until 48 hours after the treatment.
Melanocyl Dosage
The dosage and duration of the treatment will be determined by the doctor after assessing your condition, weight, and response to UVA therapy. Most times, Melanocyl is taken 90 minutes to four hours before UVA treatment. Do not use more tablets than prescribed and maintain the dosage to coincide with UV treatment for psoriasis. Avoid applying sunscreen to the affected areas before receiving UVA therapy.
Melanocyl Side Effects
Melanocyl (Methoxsalen) - 10mg (40 Tablets) has some unwanted side effects that patients can experience. These include insomnia, nausea, dizziness, changes in vision, darkening of the skin, itchiness, redness and dry skin, leg cramps and mood changes. Other side effects include a headache, cephalalgia and skin eruptions that look like acne. Report any adverse side effects to the doctor as soon as they appear.
Melanocyl Precautions
Before using Melanocyl (Methoxsalen) - 10mg (40 Tablets), inform your doctor of any medication you are taking including herbs, vitamins, over-the-counter drugs, and supplements. If you are allergic to the drug or experience allergic reactions, promptly inform the doctor. Your current health condition should be discussed because some conditions make you more susceptible to side effects. These include skin photosensitivity disorders, cataracts, malignant skin lesions and hepatic impairment. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, tell the doctor before treatment commences. You should also avoid exposure to sunlight for eight hours after undergoing the UVA radiation procedure.
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