name: | Methoxsalen |
ATC code: | D05BA02 | route: | oral |
n-compartments | 1 |
Methoxsalen (also known as 8-methoxypsoralen) is a furocoumarin derivative used primarily in the treatment of psoriasis, vitiligo, and some cutaneous lymphomas as a photosensitizing agent in combination with UVA (PUVA) therapy. It is still approved and used for these indications.
Pharmacokinetic parameters in healthy adult volunteers after oral administration.
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