Does Melanocyl Solution increase skin sensitivity to sunlight?

Melanocyl Solution may increase skin sensitivity to sunlight. Therefore, avoid or limit exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. You are advised to use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while going out to prevent sunburn. Also, avoid sunbathing anytime during the course of treatment with Melanocyl Solution.

Does Melanocyl Solution cause premature ageing of the skin?

Melanocyl Solution may cause premature ageing of the skin as a result of prolonged therapy. This effect is similar to the result of sunbathing for a long duration.

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Melanocyl Solution 25 ml, Pack of 1 SOLUTION

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M Pharmacy

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M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:47 AM IST

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Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to Methoxsalen or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Melanocyl Solution. After UVA exposure, you are recommended to wash the treated area of your skin with soap and water. Then use sunscreen or wear protective clothing to protect the treated area. If you have squamous cell cancer (a form of skin cancer) or melanoma (a serious type of skin cancer), please inform your doctor beforehand. Wear special sunglasses during and for 24 hours after the treatment.

Side Effects of Melanocyl Solution

Skin irritation
Itching

Directions for Use

A physician will apply Melanocyl Solution only to a well-defined area of skin before the area is exposed to ultraviolet light A (UVA).

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Medicinal Benefits

Melanocyl Solution contains methoxsalen, used along with controlled ultraviolet light in a treatment called psoralen plus ultraviolet light A (PUVA) to treat skin conditions such as vitiligo (discoloured patches in different areas of the body, including the skin and hair) and psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin). It is used alongside ultraviolet-A radiation. It works by reducing the number of cells the skin makes.

Uses of Melanocyl Solution

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

About Melanocyl Solution

Melanocyl Solution belongs to the class of drugs called psoralens (light-sensitive drugs) used along with controlled ultraviolet light in a treatment called psoralen plus ultraviolet light A (PUVA) to treat skin conditions such as vitiligo and psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply and form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales. Vitiligo is a skin condition that causes loss of skin colour in blotches when melanocytes (cells that produce the colour) do not produce skin pigment, melanin (that gives the skin colour).

Melanocyl Solution contains methoxsalen, which is used alongside ultraviolet-A radiation. It works by reducing the number of cells the skin makes.

Melanocyl Solution is for external use only. Some people may experience itching or skin irritation. Most of these side effects of Melanocyl Solution do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Methoxsalen or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Melanocyl Solution. After UVA exposure, you are recommended to wash the treated area of the skin with soap and water. Then use sunscreen or wear protective clothing to protect the treated area. If you have squamous cell cancer (a form of skin cancer) or melanoma (a serious type of skin cancer), please inform your doctor beforehand.