Ton 5mg Tablet 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.

Is used in psoriasis

Uses of Ton Tablet

Benefits of Ton Tablet

In Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Ton 5mg Tablet 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.

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. Ton 5mg Tablet 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.

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Side effects of Ton Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ton

Itching
Erythema (skin redness)
Nausea

How to use Ton 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. Ton 5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Ton Tablet works

Ton 5mg Tablet 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. Ton 5mg Tablet also slows down the rapid growth of skin cells in psoriasis. This reduces scaling and thickening of the skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ton 5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ton 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ton 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Ton 5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ton 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ton 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ton 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ton 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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₹3.0/Tablet

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Quick tips

Ton 5mg Tablet 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 Ton 5mg Tablet.
Wear clothing that protects your skin from the sun.
Be careful before applying anything to your skin to treat dryness and itchiness caused by Ton 5mg Tablet.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Psoralens Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Psoralen & derivatives

Patient concerns

Through problem ton cess pain

Dr. Manju Singh

Homeopathy

Share your complaint in detail.

I have white water problem from 4 years. I took a ton of medicines.

Dr. Praveen Pushkar

Urology

What is white water problem

I have a pinpal issue my skin is so oily and thats y my skin tone r dull can u plz tel me what can I do for reduce my skin ton and permanent solution for pimple have so many pus pimple in my face so plz tell me the solution

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

Use epiduo gel - once daily in the evening for 4-5hrs over the pimples and wash off Dnt rub Wash off immediately if there is irritation Continue for 2months minimum Take proper sunprotection during dayU can go for peeling sessions at regular intervals at a Dermatology clinic

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References

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