Drug details

Uvadex (methoxsalen)

type of Antipsoriatics, Systemic, Antifungals, Topical, Antipsoriatics, Topical, Psoralens

Uvadex (methoxsalen) Sterile Solution is a psoralen photosensitizer used to treat cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) and is used in a procedure called photopheresis.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• hives,
• difficulty breathing,
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
• rash,
• dizziness,
• headache,
• weakness,
• irregular heartbeat,
• depression,
• vision changes,
• itching, and
• severe dizziness
• leg cramps,
• Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.
• increased sensitivity of the eyes and skin to the sun,
• swollen, red, blistering, or peeling skin,
• swollen ankles or feet,
• new or unusual skin sores,
• The most common side effects of Uvadex include:
• bitter or sour taste in your mouth,
• skin freckling,
• dry skin, and
• skin aging

The following drugs are related to Uvadex, either as a replacement or used together:

• Oxsoralen (methoxsalen lotion)