Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion Benefits & Uses

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphomas

Other Benefits

Vitiligo
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Melanin Deficiency

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion Related Warnings

Is the use of Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Macsoralen on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Macsoralen on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Macsoralen will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion on the Kidneys?

Macsoralen can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Macsoralen. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion on the Heart?

Macsoralen has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Porphyria
Xeroderma Pigmentosum
Liver Disease
Skin Cancer
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion

Is this Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion habit forming or addictive?

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion

Some foods when eaten with Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Macsoralen 10 Mg Lotion.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Uvadex® (methoxsalen)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 890-891

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