Lukosis Forte Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Trioxasalen (25mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Psoralens Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Psoralen & derivatives |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 503 |
FAQ
Lukosis Forte Tablet Reviews
Lukosis Forte is a medicine used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis. It reduces the overproduction of skin cells and helps to re-pigment the discolored, white patches.
Lukosis Forte is taken after meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Taking with food helps to increase 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.
The most common side effects of Lukosis Forte are nausea, itching, and redness of the skin. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.
Taking this medicine makes the skin more sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Try to avoid exposure of your skin and lips to sunlight for eight hours after treatment. It is not recommended for children under the age of 14 years. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase skin's sensitivity to light.
Lukosis Forte is taken after meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Taking with food helps to increase 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.
The most common side effects of Lukosis Forte are nausea, itching, and redness of the skin. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.
Taking this medicine makes the skin more sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Try to avoid exposure of your skin and lips to sunlight for eight hours after treatment. It is not recommended for children under the age of 14 years. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase skin's sensitivity to light.
How Lukosis Forte Tablet Works
Lukosis Forte is a photosensitive medication used with UV-A rays. It works by activating certain skin cells (melanocytes) and helps repigment the discolored, white patches in vitiligo. Lukosis Forte also slows down the rapid growth of skin cells in psoriasis. This reduces scaling and thickening of the skin.
How to Use Lukosis Forte Tablet
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. Lukosis Forte is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Lukosis Forte Tablet
- In Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Lukosis Forte reduces the scaly, itchy patches along with other symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, or irritation which may develop on the different parts of the body. Use it for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
- In Vitiligo: Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Lukosis Forte effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. It also reduces any redness, rash, pain, or itchiness that may be caused by this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always take it as prescribed to get the full benefits.
Uses of Lukosis Forte Tablet
- Vitiligo
- Psoriasis
Lukosis Forte Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lukosis Forte during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lukosis Forte is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lukosis Forte may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lukosis Forte during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lukosis Forte is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lukosis Forte may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lukosis Forte alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lukosis Forte. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Lukosis Forte is given for the treatment of skin disorders like vitiligo and psoriasis.
- Use sunscreen with your doctor’s consultation and wear UVA-absorbing wrap-around sunglasses following treatment with Lukosis Forte.
- Wear clothing that protects your skin from the sun.
- Be careful before applying anything to your skin to treat dryness and itchiness caused by Lukosis Forte.
References
- Mayoclinic. Trioxasalen.
- PubChem. Trioxasalen.
- Drugs.com. Trioxasalen.
- Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1055.