Triolen 25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Triolen Tablet is an anti psoriasis and anti vitiligo medication. It contains trioxysalen as the active substance. Triolen Tablet is used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis.

Vitiligo is a condition where there is a loss of skin colour in patches. Psoriasis is a skin disease that causes rashes and itchy patchy areas. Take Triolen Tablet in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting Triolen Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Triolen Tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Triolen Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• In psoriasis, Triolen Tablet increases the amount of ultraviolet light that your skin absorbs. This slows down the overgrowth of skin cells in psoriasis and helps to clear psoriasis skin plaques.
• In vitiligo, this medicine increases the action of a chemical called tyrosinase that is required for the formation of the skin colouring pigment, melanin.

Directions for Use

• Take Triolen Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
• Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
• Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Triolen 25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the effect of Triolen Tablet in pregnancy. This medicine should only be used in pregnancy if recommended by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Triolen 25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets while breastfeeding?

No information is available if Triolen Tablet passes into human breast milk. This medicine should only be used by breastfeeding women if recommended by your doctor after assessing the need and the risk.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Triolen 25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

There is limited information on the effect of Triolen Tablet on driving ability. If you experience any symptoms after taking this medicine which may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Triolen 25mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

There is limited information regarding the interaction of alcohol with Triolen Tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are going to be exposed to sunlight.
• You have or have a family history of allergy to sunlight.
• You have a condition called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
• You have any other condition that makes you more sensitive to light.
• You have an eye problem like cataracts or loss of the lens of the eyes.
• You have heart or blood vessel disorder.
• You have an infection or problems related to the stomach.
• You have or have a history of melanoma or other types of skin cancer.
• You have received recent treatment with cancer medicines or X-rays or are scheduled for X-ray treatment in the future.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to trioxsalen or any other ingredient of Triolen Tablet.
• If you are taking any medicines or undergoing any procedure that makes you more sensitive to light. If you are not sure what these medicines or procedures are, please confirm with your doctor.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Skin itching
• Headache
• Dizziness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Triolen Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Interactions with food items

Taking foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots and celery while on treatment with Triolen Tablet may increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight.

Storage and disposal

• Store Triolen Tablet in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Triolen Tablet used for?

• Triolen Tablet is used in the treatment of psoriasis.
• It is also used to increase the pigmentation of the affected skin in vitiligo.

What foods to avoid when taking Triolen Tablet?

You should avoid taking foods like limes, figs, parsley, parsnips, mustard, carrots and celery while on treatment with Triolen Tablet as they may increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight.