Pigolyn 0.2% Cream
Product introduction
Pigolyn 0.2% Cream 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.
Pigolyn 0.2% Cream is for external use only. Use It only under the direct supervision of your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Common side effects include burning, itching, irritation, and redness at the site of injection. It may also cause blisters on your skin. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes with plenty of water and seek immediate medical attention.
Application of Pigolyn 0.2% Cream can make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Use sunscreens and cover yourself with protective clothing for at least 8 hours after treatment. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase the skin's sensitivity to light.
Pigolyn 0.2% Cream is for external use only. Use It only under the direct supervision of your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Common side effects include burning, itching, irritation, and redness at the site of injection. It may also cause blisters on your skin. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes with plenty of water and seek immediate medical attention.
Application of Pigolyn 0.2% Cream can make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposure to sunlight. Use sunscreens and cover yourself with protective clothing for at least 8 hours after treatment. Avoid eating certain foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots, and celery, as they may increase the skin's sensitivity to light.
Benefits of Pigolyn Cream
In Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Pigolyn 0.2% Cream 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 use 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. Pigolyn 0.2% Cream 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.
Side effects of Pigolyn Cream
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 Pigolyn
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Blisters on skin
How to use Pigolyn Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Pigolyn Cream works
Pigolyn 0.2% Cream 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. Pigolyn 0.2% Cream also slows down the rapid growth of skin cells in psoriasis. This reduces scaling and thickening of the skin.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pigolyn 0.2% Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Pigolyn 0.2% Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Pigolyn 0.2% Cream is given for the treatment of skin disorders like vitiligo and psoriasis.
- Take this treatment (Pigolyn 0.2% Cream and UVA) two or three times a week with the treatment spaced at least forty-eight hours apart.
- Do not increase the amount of Pigolyn 0.2% Cream if you are spending extra time in the sunlight or under an ultraviolet lamp.
- Use sunscreen with your doctor’s consultation and wear UVA-absorbing wrap-around sunglasses following treatment with Pigolyn 0.2% Cream.
- Wear clothing that protects your skin from the sun.
- Be careful before applying anything to your skin to treat dryness and itchiness caused by Pigolyn 0.2% Cream.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Psoralens Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Psoralen & derivatives
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Country of origin: India
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