Uvadex
OVERDOSE
There are no known reports of overdosage with extracorporeal administration of methoxsalen. However, in the event of overdosage, the patient should be kept in a darkened room for at least 24 hours.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
UVADEXÒ (methoxsalen) Sterile Solution is contraindicated in patients exhibiting idiosyncratic reactions to psoralen compounds. Patients possessing a specific history of a light sensitive disease state should not initiate methoxsalen therapy. Diseases associated with photosensitivity include lupus erythematosus, porphyria cutanea tarda, erythropoietic protoporphyria, variegate porphyria, xeroderma pigmentosum and albinism.
UVADEXÒ Sterile Solution is contraindicated in patients with aphakia, because of the significantly increased risk of retinal damage due to the absence of lenses.
Generic Name: Methoxsalen
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Cancer
Get the latest treatment options.
Cancer and Exercise
Resting to conserve energy may not be the best remedy for fatigue during radiation therapy. See more WebMD Videos »
Uvadex
Health Resources
2008 Election & Health Care on WebMD. Get Informed.
Updated & New
RxList does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.