Toxypix 25mg 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 Toxypix Tablet

Benefits of Toxypix Tablet

In Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Toxypix 25mg 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. Toxypix 25mg 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 Toxypix 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 Toxypix

Itching
Erythema (skin redness)
Nausea

How to use Toxypix 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. Toxypix 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Toxypix Tablet works

Toxypix 25mg 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. Toxypix 25mg 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 Toxypix 25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Toxypix 25mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Toxypix 25mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Toxypix 25mg 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

Toxypix 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Toxypix 25mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Toxypix 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Toxypix 25mg 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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Quick tips

Toxypix 25mg 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 Toxypix 25mg 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 Toxypix 25mg Tablet.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Psoralens Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Psoralen & derivatives

Patient concerns

vitiligo on lips, my father also vitiligo

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Difficult to treat, you should visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment

She is having white/pink patches on lip(differing the lip color). Earlier she was having blister (?????)on lip. What is it?

Dr. Banashree Majumdar

Dermatology

It is Post herpetic leucoderma which may progress to frank vitiligo.

Treatment for vitiligo Last 6 yr I suffering vitiligo in my fingers and leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Treatment depends upon Severity of disease. Best Treatment is NBUVB @ a skin Clinic. NBUVB three times a week. Apply Tacvido Forte Cream ( Tacrolimus Cream 0.1% ) for application once daily for 1 month. Momate / Etaze cream once daily for 2 weeks. Tab. Patchex once daily for 2 months. Contact - SkinAid Clinic Gurgaon , 9XXXXXX

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