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Unisorlen 5mg Tablet

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:10 AM (IST)
Unisorlen 5mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis. It reduces the overproduction of skin cells and helps to re-pigment the discolored, white patches.
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Product introduction

Unisorlen 5mg Tablet is taken after meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Taking with food helps to increase absorption of the medication as well as decrease nausea. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects of Unisorlen 5mg Tablet are nausea, itching, and redness of the skin. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

Taking this medicine makes the skin more sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Try to avoid exposure of your skin and lips to sunlight for eight hours after treatment. It is not recommended for children under the age of 14 years. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase skin's sensitivity to light.

Uses of Unisorlen Tablet

Benefits of Unisorlen Tablet

Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Unisorlen 5mg Tablet 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 take it as prescribed to get the full benefits.
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. Unisorlen 5mg Tablet 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.

Side effects of Unisorlen Tablet

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 Unisorlen
  • Itching
  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Nausea

How to use Unisorlen Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Unisorlen 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Unisorlen Tablet works

Unisorlen 5mg Tablet is a photosensitive medication used with UV-A rays. It works by activating certain skin cells (melanocytes) and helps repigment the discolored, white patches in vitiligo. Unisorlen 5mg Tablet also slows down the rapid growth of skin cells in psoriasis. This reduces scaling and thickening of the skin.

Quick tips

  • Unisorlen 5mg Tablet is given for the treatment of skin disorders like vitiligo and psoriasis.
  • Use sunscreen with your doctor’s consultation and wear UVA-absorbing wrap-around sunglasses following treatment with Unisorlen 5mg Tablet.
  • Wear clothing that protects your skin from the sun.
  • Be careful before applying anything to your skin to treat dryness and itchiness caused by Unisorlen 5mg Tablet.
     

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Unisorlen 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Unisorlen 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Unisorlen 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Unisorlen 5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unisorlen 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Unisorlen 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unisorlen 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Unisorlen 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Psoralens Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Psoralen & derivatives

References

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Patient concerns

vitiligo on lips, my father also vitiligo

Dr. Atul Jain
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Difficult to treat, you should visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment

vitiligo 60% all along the body No family histroy of vitiligo

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Ayurveda
Hi Kindly consult to Ayurvedic doctor at your local city area , face to face consult is needed.
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