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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:12 PM IST

About MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM belongs to the dermatological medication class primarily used in treating vitiligo. Skin cells or melanocytes are responsible for making skin colour by producing melanin. In vitiligo, melanocytes lose their function or are destroyed, leaving white patches on the skin. Vitiligo can affect any skin area; however, it typically affects the face, neck, hands, and skin creases.

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is a combination of two drugs: Methoxsalen and Aminobenzoic Acid. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM helps melanocytes to resume their natural function, resulting in uniform natural skin colour. Thereby, MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM helps in treating vitiligo. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM protects against sunburn and helps to prevent premature skin ageing. It also regulates the overgrowth of skin cells and decreases the proliferation of cells.

Apply the ointment to the skin as directed by your doctor. Irritation, burning sensation, itching, and redness of the skin at the application site are the common side effects of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM. These side effects do not necessitate medical treatment and will fade away with time. Do not hesitate to contact your doctor if these side effects persist.

Do not use MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM without the doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM for more than the prescribed doses as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the application site or treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Avoid contact of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM with your eyes, nose or mouth. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.

Uses of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM

Vitiligo

Medicinal Benefits

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is a dermatological medication that is primarily used to treat vitiligo. It can also help to prevent sunburns and slow down the ageing process. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is a combination of two drugs: Methoxsalen and Aminobenzoic acid. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM helps melanocytes resume their natural function, resulting in uniform natural skin colour. As a result, MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM contributes to the treatment of vitiligo. It also protects against sunburn and helps to prevent premature skin ageing by absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Directions for Use

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is only for external use. Take a small amount of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact of the MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM with the nose or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly. Wash your hands before and after using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM if your hands are not the affected area to prevent the spread of infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM

  • Redness
  • Irritation
  • Burning sensation
  • Itching

Drug Warnings

Do not use MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM without the doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or sensitivity to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use a bandage or cover the application site or treated area unless your doctor advises. If MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM comes in contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water immediately. Tell your doctor if you have a history of melanoma or any other type of skin cancer. Inform your doctor about your health condition and all the medications you take before taking MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM to rule out any side effects. Do not use any other dermatological products or cosmetics without doctor advice.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM may interact with photosensitising agents (e.g. aminolevulinic acid).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or limit the consumption of red meat, nightshades, citrus fruits, processed foods.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Let your doctor know before using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM if you have a photosensitive disease and skin cancer.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMINOLEVULINIC ACID

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
  • Avoid harsh products on your skin.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
  • Consume large amounts of fruits and vegetables.
  • Limit grains, meat, seafood, dairy products and eggs.
  • Avoid red meat, nightshades, citrus fruits, and processed foods.
  • Quit smoking and avoid or limit alcohol.

Special Advise

Avoid using other topical medications or cosmetic products while using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM without a doctor's notice.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Vitiligo: Vitiligo is a chronic skin disorder that causes pale white spots to appear on the skin occurring due to deficiency of melanin. Skin cells or melanocytes are responsible for making skin colour by producing melanin. In vitiligo, melanocytes lose their function or are destroyed, leaving white patches on the skin.  Vitiligo can affect any skin area; however, it most typically affects the face, neck, hands, and skin creases.

About MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM belongs to the dermatological medication class primarily used in treating vitiligo. Skin cells or melanocytes are responsible for making skin colour by producing melanin. In vitiligo, melanocytes lose their function or are destroyed, leaving white patches on the skin. Vitiligo can affect any skin area; however, it typically affects the face, neck, hands, and skin creases.

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is a combination of two drugs: Methoxsalen and Aminobenzoic Acid. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM helps melanocytes to resume their natural function, resulting in uniform natural skin colour. Thereby, MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM helps in treating vitiligo. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM protects against sunburn and helps to prevent premature skin ageing. It also regulates the overgrowth of skin cells and decreases the proliferation of cells.

Apply the ointment to the skin as directed by your doctor. Irritation, burning sensation, itching, and redness of the skin at the application site are the common side effects of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM. These side effects do not necessitate medical treatment and will fade away with time. Do not hesitate to contact your doctor if these side effects persist.

Do not use MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM without the doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM for more than the prescribed doses as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the application site or treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Avoid contact of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM with your eyes, nose or mouth. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.

Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

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Online payment accepted

Consume Type

TOPICAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM

Vitiligo

Medicinal Benefits

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is a dermatological medication that is primarily used to treat vitiligo. It can also help to prevent sunburns and slow down the ageing process. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is a combination of two drugs: Methoxsalen and Aminobenzoic acid. MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM helps melanocytes resume their natural function, resulting in uniform natural skin colour. As a result, MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM contributes to the treatment of vitiligo. It also protects against sunburn and helps to prevent premature skin ageing by absorbing harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.

Side Effects of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM

  • Redness
  • Irritation
  • Burning sensation
  • Itching

Directions for Use

MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM is only for external use. Take a small amount of MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact of the MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM with the nose or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly. Wash your hands before and after using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM if your hands are not the affected area to prevent the spread of infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not use MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM without the doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or sensitivity to any medicine. Consult your doctor before using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use a bandage or cover the application site or treated area unless your doctor advises. If MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM comes in contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water immediately. Tell your doctor if you have a history of melanoma or any other type of skin cancer. Inform your doctor about your health condition and all the medications you take before taking MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM to rule out any side effects. Do not use any other dermatological products or cosmetics without doctor advice.

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS DERMATOLOGICALS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMINOLEVULINIC ACID

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
  • Avoid harsh products on your skin.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
  • Consume large amounts of fruits and vegetables.
  • Limit grains, meat, seafood, dairy products and eggs.
  • Avoid red meat, nightshades, citrus fruits, and processed foods.
  • Quit smoking and avoid or limit alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Avoid using other topical medications or cosmetic products while using MELANOCYL OINTMENT 25GM without a doctor's notice.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Vitiligo: Vitiligo is a chronic skin disorder that causes pale white spots to appear on the skin occurring due to deficiency of melanin. Skin cells or melanocytes are responsible for making skin colour by producing melanin. In vitiligo, melanocytes lose their function or are destroyed, leaving white patches on the skin.  Vitiligo can affect any skin area; however, it most typically affects the face, neck, hands, and skin creases.

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