Methoxsalen (Extracorporeal-Systemic)
Brand Names : Uvadex
CategoryDescriptionMethoxsalen (meth-OX-a-len)belongs
to the group of medicines called psoralens. It is used along with ultraviolet
light (found in sunlight and some special lamps) to treat the white blood
cells from your blood in a process called photopheresis. The treated white
blood cells are returned to your body to control skin problems associated
with cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph system.
Methoxsalen is to be administered only by or under the supervision of your
doctor or other health care professional. It is available in the following
dosage form:
Extracorporeal
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Sterile solution (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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