Methoxsalen
A medication used alongside ultraviolet A (UVA) light therapy (PUVA) to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo, and cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. It makes the skin more sensitive to light, allowing targeted treatment of affected areas.
Molekularmasse
216,1900 g/mol
LogP
1,90
TPSA
48,70 Ų
Lipinski-Regel der Fünf
Bestanden
Therapeutische Bereiche
Wirkmechanismus
Absorbs, reflects, or scatters ultraviolet radiation before it reaches the skin, protecting against UV-induced DNA damage and sunburn.
Pharmacokinetics (PK)
Pharmacodynamics (PD)
Absorbs, reflects, or scatters ultraviolet radiation before it reaches the skin, protecting against UV-induced DNA damage and sunburn.
2D-Struktur
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SMILES
COc1c2occc2cc2ccc(=O)oc12
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H8O4/c1-14-12-10-8(4-5-15-10)6-7-2-3-9(13)16-11(7)12/h2-6H,1H3
Molecular Formula
C12H8O4
HBD / HBA
- / 4
Rotierbare Bindungen
1
Schwere Atome
16
No targets recorded
Target interaction data is not yet available for this drug.
No interactions recorded
Drug interaction data is not yet available for this compound.
No side effects recorded
Side effect data is not yet available for this drug.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
A medication used alongside ultraviolet A (UVA) light therapy (PUVA) to treat skin conditions such as psoriasis, vitiligo, and cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. It makes the skin more sensitive to light, allowing targeted treatment of affected areas.
Absorbs, reflects, or scatters ultraviolet radiation before it reaches the skin, protecting against UV-induced DNA damage and sunburn.
Yes, Methoxsalen is an approved drug. It has reached clinical phase 4. It is classified as a Small molecule.
References & Data Sources
- ChEMBL — European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI). CHEMBL416. Open-access bioactivity database.
- PubChem — National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). CID 4114. Chemical information database.
Data aggregated from publicly available pharmacological databases. Last updated 2026-03-28.
Medizinischer Haftungsausschluss
This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.
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