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Description
Melanocyl Tablet is a skin-sensitizing agent that is used along with ultraviolet light for the treatment of skin diseases such as vitiligo and psoriasis.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Melanocyl Tablet
REPIGMIN 10 mg TABLET
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Melanocyl Tablet
Redness of the skin
Itching
Nausea
Trouble sleeping
Darkening of skin
Low blood pressure
Blistering and peeling of skin
Swelling in the arms or legs
Uses of Melanocyl Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Vitiligo
This medicine is used with light therapy for the treatment of vitiligo, a skin condition characterized by loss of skin color in patches. It stimulates melanocytes (melanin forming skin cells) to move up the hair follicle and to repopulate the epidermis.
Psoriasis
This medicine is used in combination with UVA light therapy for the treatment of psoriasis, a skin disease characterized by excessive scaling, dryness, rashes, and itching of the skin.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 2 hours after administration.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3-8 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may suggest an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to methoxsalen, any psoralen compounds, or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Aphakia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from aphakia (a condition of absence or not having eye lens) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Melanoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of melanoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with invasive squamous cell carcinomas due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may suggest an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Driving and operating machinery
This medicine may affect the ability to drive and operate machines. Hence, the patient should not drive or operate machines immediately after the treatment.
Aging of skin and skin burning
After receiving treatment with this medicine and ultra-violet light, further exposure to sunlight and/or ultraviolet radiation may result in premature aging of the skin as well as serious burns. Patients should take all precautionary measures, as advised by the doctor, including covering the skin, using a sun blocking agent, wearing sunglasses, etc. in case they need to go outdoors.
Carcinogenicity
The use of this medicine and ultraviolet radiation therapy significantly increases the risk of cancer. This risk is especially higher in patients with a previous history of cancer or radiation therapy. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using/receiving this medicine.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 12 years of age. However, even for patients under the age of 18 years, it should be used only if the benefits significantly outweigh the risks and only under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low. However, since this medicine is usually given in multiple cycles, if you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine, call your doctor immediately for further instructions.
Overdose
Since this medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Griseofulvin
Indapamide
Tizanidine
Methotrexate
Norfloxacin
Prochlorperazine
Disease interactions
Liver disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of the liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Heart disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases due to the risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of the heart function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Always take this medicine with milk or low-fat foods to increase tolerability. Avoid eating foods such as limes, figs, parsley, carrots, etc. during treatment with this medicine.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk. Do not sunbathe for 24 hours before using this medicine and having the UVA light treatment. For 24 hours following the treatment, avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (sunlamps or tanning beds). You are advised to take all precautionary measures such as wearing protective clothing, wearing sunblock, wearing sunglasses, etc. if you need to go outdoors within 24 hours of therapy. Follow all the instructions given on the label/package insert.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine acts upon the DNA of the skin cells to bring about its therapeutic effects.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antipsoriatics, Psoralens
Schedule
Schedule H
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Related Questions
Question:
I m used melanocyl oinment for vitiligo as per dr but i got sore and reddish patch on affected area ...more
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Stop it..U r suffering from irritant contact dermatitis.. Medicine available for...more
Question:
2weeks before I have a skin problem white patches . I go to doctor my doctor sugges melanocyl ointme...more
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Probably Vitiligo vulgaris, along with the following medicine.... Please send ph...more
Question:
I need melanocyl solution to buy.i am in United States Chicago the patient is in Jordan
How can I ge...more
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Try to get through ur friends
Question:
I'm diagnosed with vitiligo nd I was taking treatment for this for almost 5 years I was using the pr...more
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Ok... Don't worry..100% cure possible.. Medicine available for good improvement....more
Question:
What is the meaning of this below writing in prescription👇
Tab, Melanocyl 10 mg × 2 tabs in morning...more
Answer from Dr. Muhammed Bin Ansar
Hi mam..
Take 2 tablets of Melanocyl (10 mg each) in the morning.
Then, after 2...more
Information on this page was last updated on 26 Jun 2020
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