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How to Take Aminolevulinic Acid and it's Dose


It comes as a special applicator to be made into a solution and applied to the affected skin area by a doctor.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Topical- As 20% Solution- One application of the topical solution and one dose of illumination per treatment site per 8-week treatment session.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with cutaneous photosensitivity, porphyria, and hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Aminolevulinic Acid

This medication is a photosensitizing agent, prescribed for actinic keratoses of the face or scalp.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Aminolevulinic Acid

International :


Levulan, Kerastick
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