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About MELAN 10MG TABLET

MELAN 10MG TABLET belongs to the class of medicines called psoralens primarily used to treat psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin), or vitiligo (discoloured patches in different areas of the body, including the skin, hair). Psoriasis is a chronic, painful, nontransmissible, deactivating and damaging disease. Psoriasis can also be caused by internal and external activates, including sunburn, mild trauma, systemic drugs, infections, and stress. Vitiligo is a disorder in which the skin turns white due to the loss of pigment from the melanocytes, (cells that produce the colour), melanin that gives skin colour. 

MELAN 10MG TABLET contains methoxsalen, that is used alongside ultraviolet-A radiation. It works by reducing the number of cells the skin makes.

Take MELAN 10MG TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take MELAN 10MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience erythema (skin redness), oedema (swelling), blisters on the skin, and itching. Most of these side effects of MELAN 10MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting MELAN 10MG TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies, history of skin cancer, eye disorder, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or skin pigment disorder. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, and breastfeeding.

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Composition

METHOXSALEN-10MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of MELAN 10MG TABLET

Psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin), or vitiligo (discoloured patches in different areas of the body, including the skin, hair).

Medicinal Benefits

MELAN 10MG TABLET contains methoxsalen, which is a local acting drug. It is primarily used in the treatment of psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin), or vitiligo (discoloured patches in different areas of the body, including the skin, hair). MELAN 10MG TABLET is an organic compound and a local acting drug. It is used alongside ultraviolet-A radiation. It works by reducing the number of cells the skin makes.

Side Effects of MELAN 10MG TABLET

  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Oedema (swelling)
  • Blisters on the skin
  • Itching

Directions for Use

Take MELAN 10MG TABLET preferably with low diet food or milk or take it as a by advised your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor before using MELAN 10MG TABLET, if you have previously had an allergic reaction (hypersensitivity). Before starting MELAN 10MG TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have any history of skin cancer, eye disorder, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, or skin pigment disorder. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, and breastfeeding. If there is an overdose, you may be trained to stay in a dark room for 24 hours and make yourself vomit.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIPSORIATICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MethoxsalenAminolevulinic acid
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MethoxsalenTizanidine
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MethoxsalenAminolevulinic acid
Severe
How does the drug interact with MELAN 10MG TABLET:
Co-administration of Aminolevulinic acid and MELAN 10MG TABLET together can increase the risk of sunburn.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of MELAN 10MG TABLET with Aminolevulinic acid can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice that your skin is very sensitive to sunlight or if you have a really bad sunburn, it's important to contact a doctor right away. Following treatment, you should avoid exposure of the eyes and skin to sunlight or bright indoor lights for 48 hours. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
MethoxsalenTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with MELAN 10MG TABLET:
Taking Tizanidine with MELAN 10MG TABLET may increase the risk of severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Tizanidine with MELAN 10MG TABLET can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
MethoxsalenRasagiline
Severe
How does the drug interact with MELAN 10MG TABLET:
Taking rasagiline with MELAN 10MG TABLET may increases the blood levels of rasagiline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between MELAN 10MG TABLET and rasagiline, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, blood pressure changes, nausea, vomiting, or hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that do not exist) contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid sunlight exposure for 24 hours before taking MELAN 10MG TABLET. Wear UVA-absorbing, and cover exposed skin, wrap-around sunglasses, or use sunblock for the twenty-four-hour period after treatment with MELAN 10MG TABLET.
  • Use extra caution for at least 48 hours after each treatment. Cover your skin for at least 8 hours by wearing protective clothing after each treatment, 
  • Do not increase the quantity of MELAN 10MG TABLET if you are taking or use additional time under an ultraviolet lamp or in the sunlight.

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Special Advise

  • You will need to have an eye check-up before starting MELAN 10MG TABLET and also once a year afterwards.
  • Avoid sunlight on your lips or skin for at least 8 hours after taking MELAN 10MG TABLET.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Psoriasis: It is a chronic, painful, nontransmissible, deactivating, and damaging disease. It can happen at any age and is most common in the age group 50 to 69. Psoriasis can also be caused by internal and external activates, including sunburn, mild trauma, systemic drugs, infections, and stress. Psoriasis involves the nails and skin and is related to a number of comorbidities. Skin wounds are generalized or localized, mostly balanced, red pimples and plaques, sharply established, and usually covered with silver or white scales. Injuries cause harshness, itching, and pain.

Vitiligo: It is a disorder in which the skin turns white due to the loss of pigment from the melanocytes, (cells that produce the colour), melanin that gives the colour of skin. The hair that develops in regions affected by vitiligo may also turn white. People with vitiligo must protect their skin from contact with the sun.

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