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About Methofine 20mg Tablet

METHOXSALEN contains methoxsalen, which is a local acting drug. It is primarily used to treat psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin), or vitiligo (discoloured patches in different areas of the body, including the skin, hair). Psoriasis is a chronic, painful, nontransmissible, deactivating and damaging disease. It can happen at any age and is most common in the age group 50 to 69. Psoriasis can also be caused by internal and external activates, including sunburn, mild trauma, systemic drugs, infections, and stress. Vitiligo is a disorder in which the skin turns white due to the loss of pigment from the melanocytes, (cells that produce the colour), melanin that gives skin colour. 

METHOXSALEN is an organic compound and a local acting drug. It is used alongside ultraviolet-A radiation. It works by reducing the number of cells the skin makes.

Take METHOXSALEN as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take METHOXSALEN for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience erythema (skin redness), oedema (swelling), blisters on the skin, and itching. Most of these side effects of METHOXSALEN do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting METHOXSALEN, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies, history of skin cancer, eye disorder, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or skin pigment disorder. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, and breastfeeding.

Uses of Methofine 20mg Tablet

Psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin), or vitiligo (discoloured patches in different areas of the body, including the skin, hair).

Medicinal Benefits of Methofine 20mg Tablet

METHOXSALEN contains methoxsalen, which is a local acting drug. It is primarily used in the treatment of psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin), or vitiligo (discoloured patches in different areas of the body, including the skin, hair). METHOXSALEN is an organic compound and a local acting drug. It is used alongside ultraviolet-A radiation. It works by reducing the number of cells the skin makes.

Directions for Use

METHOXSALEN is available in the form of an oral tablet. METHOXSALEN should be taken as prescribed by your doctor, preferably with low diet food or milk. avoid sunlight on your lips or skin for at least 8 hours after taking METHOXSALEN. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition.

Side Effects of Methofine 20mg Tablet

Unfortunately, like all other medicines, METHOXSALEN also may cause some side effects including erythema (skin redness), oedema (swelling), blisters on the skin, and itching. It is not necessary for everyone to experience the above side effects. In case of any discomfort, speak with your doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor before using METHOXSALEN, if you have previously had an allergic reaction (hypersensitivity). Before starting METHOXSALEN, please inform your doctor if you have any history of skin cancer, eye disorder, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or skin pigment disorder. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. If there is an overdose, you may be trained to stay in a dark room for 24 hours and make yourself vomit.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

METHOXSALEN may interact with antibiotics (sulfamethoxazole, ciprofloxacin), diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide), antiviral (lopinavir, ritonavir), medicines used for lowering the level of cholesterol (rosuvastatin).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

METHOXSALEN should be used with caution in patients with liver disease, skin cancer, heart disease, sunburn, and aphakia (absence of lens in eyes).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with METHOXSALEN to avoid unpleasant side effects. Alcohol can make you dizzier.

PREGNANCY

It is not known whether METHOXSALEN taken orally will harm an unborn baby. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

BREAST FEEDING

It is not safe to use METHOXSALEN for breastfeeding mothers. Always ask your doctor because it causes risks to the baby.

DRIVING

METHOXSALEN usually causes dizziness and affects driving ability. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that requires alertness until you can do it safely.

LIVER

METHOXSALEN to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

 

KIDNEY

METHOXSALEN to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.