
Package | Dosage | Price | Price per Dose | |
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Dosage: 10mg | ||||
360 pill | 10mg | AUD491.46 | AUD1.37 | |
200 pill | 10mg | AUD294.87 | AUD1.47 | |
120 pill | 10mg | AUD200.85 | AUD1.67 | |
80 pill | 10mg | AUD141.01 | AUD1.75 | |
40 pill | 10mg | AUD87.59 | AUD2.18 |
Oxsoralen Description
What is Oxsoralen?
Oxsoralen is the brand name for methoxsalen, a photosensitising medicine used in PUVA therapy in Australia. It helps skin cells respond to UVA light, making phototherapy effective for conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo and severe eczema. This medicine is prescribed and supplied by Australian online pharmacies as part of a treatment plan overseen by a dermatologist. It is not a sunscreen and it is not meant for regular daily use.
How it fits into PUVA therapy in Australia
In Australia, Oxsoralen is taken under medical supervision a couple of hours before a controlled UVA session. Dosing is based on weight and skin type, and the exact timing can vary between clinics. You will attend clinic sessions for the UVA exposure, with eye protection supplied. After taking the tablet, you should avoid sun exposure and tanning for at least 24 hours, and in some cases longer, as advised by your clinician.
What to expect on treatment days
The tablet is swallowed with water. Expect mild nausea or dizziness for a short time as you wait for UVA. The exposure itself is controlled and gradual, designed to minimise burning. You may notice warmth and redness of treated areas after the session. Sunscreen and protective clothing are still important outside the clinic, and you should follow all instructions about sun safety in the days after treatment.
Important safety and side effects
Photosensitivity is a key risk. Skin and eyes are especially vulnerable, so you must wear protective goggles during UVA and avoid bright sunlight for the advised period after treatment. Common side effects include sunburn-like redness, itching, nausea, headaches, and in some cases a temporary change in skin colour. Rarely, more serious reactions can occur, so report severe skin reactions, fever or dehydration to your doctor immediately.
Who should not use Oxsoralen
Do not use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless advised by a clinician. People with liver disease, a history of skin cancer, or current use of certain medicines that increase light sensitivity should discuss alternatives. Tell your prescriber about all medicines, supplements and herbal products, as some can interact and raise photosensitivity. Avoid alcohol in the hours around treatment if advised by your clinician.
Storage and where to buy
Oxsoralen requires a prescription from a registered Australian prescriber and is supplied by licensed online pharmacies with appropriate verification. Store at room temperature, away from direct light and out of reach of children. Keep the tablets in their original packaging until use, and follow the pharmacist’s directions for dosing and timing. Do not share medication with others.