Oxsoralen
Oxsoralen
Oxsoralen (pronounced: ox-SOR-a-len), also known as Methoxsalen, is a medication used in the treatment of psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, and some cutaneous lymphomas in conjunction with exposing the skin to sunlight.
Etymology
The term "Oxsoralen" is derived from the chemical compound it contains, Methoxsalen. Methoxsalen is a derivative of coumarin, a fragrant organic chemical compound in the benzopyrone chemical class, which is a colorless crystalline substance in its standard state.
Usage
Oxsoralen is used in a treatment process called PUVA therapy. PUVA therapy is a type of photochemotherapy that combines a drug called psoralen with exposure to a specific type of ultraviolet light, known as UVA light.
Related Terms
- Psoriasis: A chronic skin condition that causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin.
- Eczema: A group of conditions that cause inflammation of the skin.
- Vitiligo: A long-term skin condition characterized by patches of the skin losing their pigment.
- Lymphoma: A group of blood cell tumors that develop from lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell).
- PUVA therapy: A type of ultraviolet radiation treatment for certain skin diseases.
- Photochemotherapy: A type of treatment used to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Oxsoralen
- Wikipedia's article - Oxsoralen
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