8-Methoxypsoralen, is used in Photochemotherapy (methoxsalen with long wave ultraviolet radiation) is indicated for the repigmentation of idiopathic vitiligo. It is also used in Photopheresis (methoxsalen with long wave ultraviolet radiation of white blood cells) is indicated for use with the UVAR* System in the palliative treatment of the skin manifestations of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
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Applications
8-Methoxypsoralen, is used in Photochemotherapy (methoxsalen with long wave ultraviolet radiation) is indicated for the repigmentation of idiopathic vitiligo. It is also used in Photopheresis (methoxsalen with long wave ultraviolet radiation of white blood cells) is indicated for use with the UVAR* System in the palliative treatment of the skin manifestations of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
Solubility
Soluble in acetone, ethanol (slight), acetic acid, and chloroform (50 mg/ml). Insoluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Light sensitive. Stable under recommended storage conditions. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only
NJ Lowe.; D Weingarten.; T Bourget, LS Moy. PUVA therapy for psoriasis: comparison of oral and bath-water delivery of 8-methoxypsoralen. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 198614 (5), 754-760.
S Igali.; BA Bridges.; MJ Ashwood-Smith. Mutagenesis in Escherichia coli IV. Photosensitization to near ultraviolet light by 8-methoxypsoralen. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. 19709 (1), 21-30.