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Melanocyl Solution

Methoxsalen (1% w/v)

₹127.98 ₹150.5615% Off


Product Code: 18299
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Constituents

Methoxsalen (1% w/v)

Usage of Melanocyl Solution

  • Psoriasis
  • Vitiligo

Description of Melanocyl Solution

Melanocyl Solution is for external use only. Use It only under the direct supervision of your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.Common side effects include redness of the skin, blisters on the skin, swelling, and itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.The most common side effects of this medicine include burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. It may also make your skin sensitive to sunlight, so avoid exposure to sunlight. Use sunscreens and cover yourself with protective clothing for at least 8 hours after treatment. Melanocyl Solution is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase the skin's sensitivity to light.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Melanocyl

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Unit

25 ml Solution

Manufacturer

Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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How to use Melanocyl Solution

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

How Medicine Works

Melanocyl Solution is an organic compound. It is applied on the skin along with ultraviolet-A irradiation. It works by decreasing the number of cells the skin makes.

Related Warnings

No interaction found/established

Melanocyl Solution is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Melanocyl Solution is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

No interaction found/established

No interaction found/established

No interaction found/established

Expert Advice

  • Melanocyl Solution is prescribed along with UV-A rays for the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis.
  • Wear UVA-absorbing, wrap-around sunglasses and cover exposed skin or use a sunblock (SP 15 or higher) for the twenty-four (24) hour period following treatment with Melanocyl Solution.
  • Do not use perfumes, aftershave, deodorants or other cosmetics and toiletries while using Melanocyl Solution as they make your skin even more sensitive causing blistering of your skin.
  • Use 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.
  • Never take Melanocyl Solution more than the prescribed dose as it may cause burning or blistering of your skin after exposure to UV light.
  • Do not use it if you have a history of melanoma or certain other types of skin cancer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What is Melanocyl Solution used for?

    Melanocyl Solution is used along with ultraviolet light (found in sunlight and some special lamps) in a treatment to treat vitiligo (a disease in which skin color is lost), and psoriasis (a skin condition associated with red and scaly patches), and treatment of white blood cells (called photopheresis) and is used to treat the skin problems associated with mycosis fungoides, which is a type of lymphoma

  • How does Melanocyl Solution work?

    Melanocyl Solution works by modifying the way by which skin cells receive the ultraviolet light A (UVA) radiation, thereby clearing up the disease.

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