Methoxsalen is a drug used in adjuvant with ultraviolet A (UVA) light to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis and vitiligo. Such drugs are known as psoralens. These come in tablet and ointment forms. People with high blood pressure and liver diseases are contraindicated from using Methoxsalen. Blisters, photosensitivity, and burns are its side effects.
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I have white patches on my skin. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from a skin problem for a long time four years. They are white patches. I have taken treatment from a few doctors. Doctors have asked me to apply some lotion and show sunlight to them. They also gave me some blue light therapy but I developed blisters after that. So,... Read Full »
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