Trioxsalen Benefits & Uses

Trioxsalen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Vitiligo

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)

Trioxsalen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Vitiligo (Leucoderma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be taken 2 - 4 hours before ultraviolet light A (UVA) exposure
Geriatric	Disease: Vitiligo (Leucoderma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be taken 2 - 4 hours before ultraviolet light A (UVA) exposure
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Vitiligo (Leucoderma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be taken 2 - 4 hours before ultraviolet light A (UVA) exposure

Trioxsalen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Trioxsalen is used -

Common

Itching or burning
Blisters on skin

Unknown

Erythema
Abdominal cramp

Trioxsalen Related Warnings

Is the use of Trioxsalen safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Trioxsalen during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Trioxsalen safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Trioxsalen in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Trioxsalen on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Trioxsalen on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Trioxsalen on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Trioxsalen. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Trioxsalen on the Heart?

Trioxsalen may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Trioxsalen with Other Drugs

Trioxsalen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Trioxsalen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Trioxsalen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Jaundice
Porphyria
Xeroderma Pigmentosum
Allergy
Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Trioxsalen

Is this Trioxsalen habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Trioxsalen is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Trioxsalen as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Trioxsalen only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Trioxsalen in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Trioxsalen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Trioxsalen

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Trioxsalen with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Trioxsalen

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Trioxsalen.

Unknown