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Indications

Oxsoralen is a medication that contains the active ingredient methoxsalen. It belongs to a class of medications known as psoralens and is primarily used in the treatment of certain skin conditions, such as psoriasis and vitiligo.

Oxsoralen is used as part of a treatment called PUVA therapy (psoralen plus ultraviolet A rays) for severe and most severe cases of psoriasis vulgaris in adults.

It helps to slow down the overgrowth of skin cells in psoriasis, leading to improvement in symptoms.

Use and Dosage

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking methoxsalen and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Do not sunbathe for 24 hours before taking methoxsalen and having the UVA light treatment.

Take this medication by mouth with food or milk as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to 4 hours before your UVA light treatment. Taking methoxsalen with food helps to increase the absorption of the medication and decreases nausea.

The dosage of methoxsalen is based on your weight, medical condition, and response to treatment. The amount and time of UVA light for each treatment is based on your skin type and response to treatment. You may have UVA light treatments 2 to 4 times a week when you first start and then less often as your condition improves.

For 24 hours after taking the capsule, during daylight hours wear wrap-around sunglasses which block out UVA light. This will prevent UVA rays from entering the eyes. UVA light can cause methoxsalen to bind to the lenses of the eyes, causing cataracts. Also, avoid sunlight (including sunlight through windows) on your skin or lips for at least 8 hours after taking methoxsalen. This will prevent the body from getting too many UVA rays which could lead to sunburn. If you cannot avoid sunlight, wear protective clothing (such as a hat, gloves, long-sleeved shirt, and pants) and/or sunscreen which blocks out UVA light. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for information on which sunscreen to use. Do not apply sunscreen to areas of the skin affected by psoriasis/vitiligo until after the UVA light treatment.

During the UVA light treatment, follow all instructions given by the healthcare professional. After the UVA light treatment, do not sunbathe for at least 48 hours. Doing so may increase the risk of severe burns. Consult your doctor for more details.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Serious side effects:

• Severe skin redness within 24 hours after UVA treatment
• Swelling, severe itching, or severe skin discomfort
• Skin redness and swelling with blisters
• Worsening of your psoriasis
• A new skin lesion or a mole that has changed in size or color
• Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights

Mild skin redness may occur and can last for 1 or 2 days. This is a normal side effect after UVA treatment and may not be a sign of severe sunburn. Ask your doctor if you have concerns about any redness or swelling.

Common side effects of methoxsalen may include:

• Itching, redness
• Nausea
• Feeling nervous
• Sleep problems (insomnia)

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

• Before taking methoxsalen, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: conditions that make you sensitive to light (such as lupus, certain porphyrias, xeroderma pigmentosum, albinism), skin cancer (melanoma, basal cell or squamous cell carcinomas), removal of natural lens in the eye, coal tar/UVB treatment, radiation treatment, arsenic treatment, cataracts, liver disease, heart disease, kidney disease.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using methoxsalen. Methoxsalen may harm an unborn baby. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication.
• It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breastfeeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Forms and Strengths

Oxsoralen is available in the following forms and strengths:

• methoxsalen Soft Gelatin Capsules:
  • 10 mg

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Call your doctor for instructions if you did not take methoxsalen at the correct time before your scheduled UVA treatment. You may need to reschedule.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention. You may be instructed to make yourself vomit and stay in a dark room for 24 hours. You will be extremely sensitive to light after an overdose.

What should I avoid while taking methoxsalen?

Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays other than your scheduled light therapy treatments.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/methoxsalen.html#side-effects
2. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-64576/oxsoralen-oral/details
3. https://www.medbroadcast.com/drug/getdrug/oxsoralen