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    8-MOP

    METHOXSALEN ORAL (OXSORALEN)

    Methoxsalen with UV radiation should be used only by physicians who have special competence in the diagnosis and treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo and who have special training and experience in photochemotherapy. Psoralen and ultraviolet radiation therapy should be under constant supervision of such a physician. For the treatment of patients with psoriasis, photochemotherapy should be restricted to patients with severe, recalcitrant, disabling psoriasis which is not adequately responsive to other forms of therapy, and only when the diagnosis is certain. Because of the possibilities of ocular damage, aging of the skin, and skin cancer (including melanoma), the patient should be fully informed by the physician of the risks inherent in this therapy. When methoxsalen is used in combination with photopheresis, refer to the UVAR* System Operator’s Manual for specific warnings, cautions, indications, and instructions related to photopheresis.

    CAUTION: 8-MOP Capsules (Methoxsalen Hard Gelatin Capsules) may not be interchanged with Oxsoralen -Ultra Capsules (Methoxsalen Soft Gelatin Capsules) without retitration of the patient.

    HOW MEDICINE IS ADMINISTERED? TOP
    Use this medicine exactly as directed on the label, unless instructed differently by your doctor
    * Take with food or milk to minimize stomach upset.
    * This medication is to be ingested ONLY WITH A PHYSICIAN PRESENT.
    WARNINGS/PRECAUTIONS: TOP
    * Safety of use during pregnancy has not been established. This medicine SHOULD NOT BE USED DURING PREGNANCY unless benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus. CALL YOUR DOCTOR.
    * DO NOT SUNBATHE for 24 hours before using this medication.
    * After using this medication, avoid sunlight for at least 8 hours. Wear UVA sunscreens, hat, and gloves if necessary.
    * To prevent cataracts, wear wrap around UVA-absorbing sunglasses while in daylight for 24 hours after using this medication.
    * Because of INTERACTIONS, report the use of any other prescription or nonprescription medicines, including natural/herbal remedies, to your doctor.
    Other Common Side Effects: TOP
    Blistering; Burns; Nausea; Stomach discomfort or pain; Skin redness; Itching; Swelling of feet or lower legs; Headache; Leg pain / cramps; Nervousness; Difficulty falling asleep; Feeling of general discomfort.
    Other Common Side Effects:
    If symptoms are mild but do not go away or are bothersome, check with your doctor. IF ANY OF THE ABOVE SIDE EFFECTS IS SEVERE, CALL YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY.
    Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
    This leaflet has been developed by CliniDATA Source, Inc. based primarily on labeling information provided by the manufacturer. The information does not cover all possible uses, actions, precautions, side effects, or interactions of this medicine. It is not intended as medical advice for individual patients.



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