Kuvagold 10mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Kivi Labs Ltd
Salt Composition
Methoxsalen (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Kuvagold 10mg Tablet is a medicine used along with controlled ultraviolet light for effective treatment of certain skin diseases like vitiligo and psoriasis.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Kuvagold 10mg Tablet is taken after meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Taking with food helps to increase the absorption of the medication as well as decrease nausea. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Kuvagold 10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
The most common side effects of Kuvagold 10mg Tablet are nausea, itching, and redness of the skin.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Kuvagold 10mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Kuvagold 10mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Pregnancy Warning
Kuvagold 10mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Kuvagold 10mg Tablet is an organic compound. It is used along with ultraviolet-A irradiation. It works by decreasing the number of cells the skin makes.
Quick Tips
Take a plain shower before your treatment to keep your skin clean and pat dry. Use extra caution for at least 48 hours following each treatment. Never take Kuvagold 10mg Tablet more than the prescribed dose as it may cause burning or blistering of your skin after exposure to UV light.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kuvagold 10mg Tablet used for?
Kuvagold 10mg Tablet is used in conjunction with ultraviolet light (found in sunlight and some specialized lamps) to treat vitiligo (a condition causing skin discoloration loss), psoriasis (a skin condition associated with red, scaly patches), and the treatment of white blood cells (called photopheresis) for skin problems related to mycosis fungoides, which is a type of lymphoma.
How does Kuvagold 10mg Tablet work?
Kuvagold 10mg Tablet modifies how skin cells receive ultraviolet light A (UVA) radiation, thereby clearing up the condition.
