Methoxsalen
- Generic Name
- Methoxsalen
- Brand Names
- Oxsoralen, Uvadex
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C12H8O4
- CAS Number
- 298-81-7
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- U4VJ29L7BQ
- Background
A naturally occurring furocoumarin compound found in several species of plants, including Psoralea corylifolia. It is a photoactive substance that forms DNA adducts in the presence of ultraviolet A irradiation.
- Indication
For the treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo
- Associated Conditions
- Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), Refractory Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma, Vitiligo, Idiopathic Vitiligo, Severe Psoriasis
Phase II Pilot Study of Extracorporeal Phototherapy for Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita
Phase 2
Completed
- Conditions
- Epidermolysis Bullosa Acquisita
- First Posted Date
- 1999-10-19
- Last Posted Date
- 2005-06-24
- Lead Sponsor
- National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
- Target Recruit Count
- 10
- Registration Number
- NCT00004359
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