Melcyl Lotion
Rs.107for 1 bottle(s) (30 ml Lotion each)
food interaction for Melcyl Lotion
alcohol interaction for Melcyl Lotion
pregnancy interaction for Melcyl Lotion
lactation interaction for Melcyl Lotion
medicine interaction for Melcyl Lotion
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Melcyl Lotion 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Melcyl Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
No interaction found/established
SALT INFORMATION FOR Melcyl 1% w/v Lotion
Methoxsalen(1% w/v)
Melcyl lotion uses
How melcyl lotion works
Melcyl Lotion 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.
Common side effects of melcyl lotion
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
SUBSTITUTES FOR Melcyl Lotion
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Expert advice FOR Melcyl Lotion
- Methoxsalen 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 Methoxsalen.
- Do not use perfumes, aftershave, deodorants or other cosmetics and toiletries while using Methoxsalen 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 Methoxsalen 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 FOR Melcyl 1% w/v Lotion
Methoxsalen
Q. What is Melcyl Lotion used for?
Melcyl Lotion 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
Q. How does Melcyl Lotion work?
Melcyl Lotion works by modifying the way by which skin cells receive the ultraviolet light A (UVA) radiation, thereby clearing up the disease.