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Melanocyl Solution

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:03 AM (IST)
Melanocyl Solution is a medicine used along with controlled ultraviolet light for effective treatment of certain skin diseases like vitiligo and psoriasis.
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Product introduction

Melanocyl Solution is for external use only. Use It only under the direct supervision of your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.

Common side effects include redness of the skin, blisters on the skin, swelling, and itching at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.

The most common side effects of this medicine include burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. It may also make your skin sensitive to sunlight, so avoid exposure to sunlight. Use sunscreens and cover yourself with protective clothing for at least 8 hours after treatment. Melanocyl Solution is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase the skin's sensitivity to light.

Uses of Melanocyl Solution

Benefits of Melanocyl Solution

Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Melanocyl Solution reduces the scaly, itchy patches along with other symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, or irritation which may develop on the different parts of the body. Use it for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Melanocyl Solution effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. It also reduces any redness, rash, pain, or itchiness that may be caused by this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed to get the full benefits.

Side effects of Melanocyl Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Melanocyl
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Melanocyl Solution

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

How Melanocyl Solution works

Melanocyl Solution is an organic compound. It is applied on the skin along with ultraviolet-A irradiation. It works by decreasing the number of cells the skin makes.

All substitutes for Melanocyl Solution

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

  • Melanocyl Solution is prescribed along with UV-A rays for the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis.
  • Wear UVA-absorbing, wrap-around sunglasses and cover exposed skin or use a sunblock (SP 15 or higher) for the twenty-four (24) hour period following treatment with Melanocyl Solution.
  • Do not use perfumes, aftershave, deodorants or other cosmetics and toiletries while using Melanocyl Solution as they make your skin even more sensitive causing blistering of your skin.
  • Use extra caution for at least 48 hours following each treatment. After each treatment, cover your skin for at least 8 hours by wearing protective clothing.
  • Never take Melanocyl Solution more than the prescribed dose as it may cause burning or blistering of your skin after exposure to UV light.
  • Do not use it if you have a history of melanoma or certain other types of skin cancer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

No interaction found/established
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Melanocyl Solution is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Melanocyl Solution is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving

Driving

No interaction found/established
Kidney

Kidney

No interaction found/established
Liver

Liver

No interaction found/established
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Frequently asked questions

Melanocyl Solution is used along with ultraviolet light (found in sunlight and some special lamps) in a treatment to treat vitiligo (a disease in which skin color is lost), and psoriasis (a skin condition associated with red and scaly patches), and treatment of white blood cells (called photopheresis) and is used to treat the skin problems associated with mycosis fungoides, which is a type of lymphoma
Melanocyl Solution works by modifying the way by which skin cells receive the ultraviolet light A (UVA) radiation, thereby clearing up the disease.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Psoralens Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Psoralen & derivatives

References

  1. Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1055.
  2. Burkhart C, Morrell D, Goldsmith L. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1813-14.
  3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 891-92.
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Patient concerns

I get lot of sun exposure Daily, I have Vertiligo I take Melanocyl tablets and take sun exposure daily

Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear Sir Greetings from 1mg. Please consult a Dermatologist for this.

Lecoderma treatment Currently consuming Trimop forte nd Melanocyl with sun exposure for pigmentation and Minoz 50 since last one year. Though some parts got pigmented but not fully cured Suggest further action

Dr. Himanshu Gupta
Dr. Himanshu Gupta
Dermatology
You may require NBUVB phototherapy, kindly consult a dermatologist near you.
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Name: Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 20, Dr. E. Moses Road, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai - 400 011

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Country of origin: India
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