Macsoralen 1% Lotion is a medicine used along with controlled ultraviolet light for effective treatment of certain skin diseases like vitiligo and psoriasis.

Is used in psoriasis

Uses of Macsoralen Lotion

Benefits of Macsoralen Lotion

In Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Macsoralen 1% Lotion effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. It also reduces any redness, rash, pain, or itchiness that may be caused by this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed to get the full benefits.

In Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Macsoralen 1% Lotion reduces the scaly, itchy patches along with other symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, or irritation which may develop on the different parts of the body. Use it for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

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Side effects of Macsoralen Lotion

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 them

Common side effects of Macsoralen

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

How to use Macsoralen Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Macsoralen Lotion works

Macsoralen 1% 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Macsoralen 1% 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Macsoralen 1% Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Macsoralen 1% Lotion 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 Macsoralen 1% Lotion.
Do not use perfumes, aftershave, deodorants or other cosmetics and toiletries while using Macsoralen 1% Lotion 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 Macsoralen 1% Lotion 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Psoralens Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Psoralen & derivatives

Patient concerns

vitiligo on lips, my father also vitiligo

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Difficult to treat, you should visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment

She is having white/pink patches on lip(differing the lip color). Earlier she was having blister (?????)on lip. What is it?

Dr. Banashree Majumdar

Dermatology

It is Post herpetic leucoderma which may progress to frank vitiligo.

Treatment for vitiligo Last 6 yr I suffering vitiligo in my fingers and leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Treatment depends upon Severity of disease. Best Treatment is NBUVB @ a skin Clinic. NBUVB three times a week. Apply Tacvido Forte Cream ( Tacrolimus Cream 0.1% ) for application once daily for 1 month. Momate / Etaze cream once daily for 2 weeks. Tab. Patchex once daily for 2 months. Contact - SkinAid Clinic Gurgaon , 9XXXXXX

FAQs

What is Macsoralen 1% Lotion used for?

Macsoralen 1% 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

How does Macsoralen 1% Lotion work?

Macsoralen 1% Lotion 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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