Review the side-effects of Methoxsalen as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Low blood pressure.
Local - Dryness, itching and redness of the skin.
Oxsoralen
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Low blood pressure.
Local - Dryness, itching and redness of the skin.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Methoxsalen
Methoxsalen(Oxsoralen) generic is a photosensitizer, prescribed for vitiligo in combination with controlled doses of ultraviolet A (UVA) or sunlight. It is also used for psoriasis, seborrhea. It works by making the skin more sensitive to UV light.Trade Names for Methoxsalen
India :
Meladerm |
Melanocyl |
Melanocyl |
Melanocyl Tab |
Monocyl Tab |
Octamop |
Octamop |
Meladerm |
Melanocyl |
Melanocyl |
Melanocyl Tab |
Octamop |
Octamop |
Melanocyl (25 gm) |
Maxlen |
Meladerm |
Meladerm Paint |
Melanex |
Melanocyl |
Melanocyl (25 ml)
International :
Oxsoralen
