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Macsoralen 1% Lotion

Mac Remedies Pvt. Ltd.

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3.1 / ml
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Benefits

Vitiligo / PsoriasisVitiligo / Psoriasis

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.show moreshow lessIn 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.show moreshow less

Side Effects

Side effects of Macsoralen Lotion The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you�re worried about them Common side effects of Macsoralen Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)Side effects of Macsoralen Lotion The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised 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

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 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 it works

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.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.

Alcohol

No interaction has been found or established.No interaction has been found or established.

Pregnancy

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. Doctor consultation is advised.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. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

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.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/establishedNo interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/establishedNo interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/establishedNo interaction found/established

Manufacturer Address

One Indiabulls Center Tower Ii A, Balasheth Mandurkar Marg, Saidham Nagar, Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400012, India

Frequently asked questions

Macsoralen 1% Lotion is used with ultraviolet light to treat vitiligo, psoriasis, and skin issues related to mycosis fungoides, as well as in photopheresis for white blood cells.
Macsoralen 1% Lotion modifies how skin cells absorb ultraviolet A (UVA) radiation, helping to alleviate the disease.

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References

  • Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1055

  • Burkhart C, Morrell D, Goldsmith L. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1813-14

  • Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 891-92

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