Macsorlen T 0.2% Lotion

Introduction to Macsorlen T 0.2% Lotion

This is a dermatological medication that is specifically used for treating certain skin conditions such as vitiligo and psoriasis It is typically used in conjunction with controlled ultraviolet light therapy It contains an organic compound and is applied in combination with ultraviolet A irradiation Its main function is to decrease the production of skin cells It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and duration of use instructed by your doctor
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How does Melanocyl work?

Melanocyl 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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What is Melanocyl used for?

Melanocyl 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

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What is the latest treatment for vitiligo?

Therapies. Light therapy. Phototherapy with narrow band ultraviolet B (UVB) has been shown to stop or slow the progression of active vitiligo. It might be more effective when used with corticosteroids or calcineurin inhibitors.

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Is sunlight good for vitiligo?

You must protect your skin from the sun and do not use sunbeds. When skin is exposed to sunlight, it produces a pigment called melanin to help protect it from ultraviolet (UV) light. However, if you have vitiligo there is not enough melanin in your skin, so it is not protected.

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How do you use methoxsalen?

Take this medication by mouth with low fat food or milk, usually 90 minutes to 2 hours before your UVA light treatment or as directed by your doctor. Taking methoxsalen with food helps to increase absorption of the medication and also decreases nausea.

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Is vitiligo 100 percent curable?

Treatment. There is no cure for vitiligo. Sometimes patches go away on their own. But when that doesnt happen, doctors can prescribe treatments that might help even out skin tone.

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