After the US Food and Drug Administration approved the first treatment of its kind for vitiligo Which is called “Opzelura” cream, which is produced by “Insights” company, as a topical treatment for non-articular vitiligo in adults and children aged 12 years and over. and dermatologytimes.
The cause of Vitiligo is unknown, but its harmful effect on patients’ quality of life is clear. Medications for this skin disease may work slower than patients expect, causing them to feel hopeless and stop taking medications.
This new medicine came to give hope to vitiligo patients, as a treatment for this disease, different from previous medicines.
Patients who have unstable active disease, chronic or refractory disease, or have pigmentation in the head and neck are ideal candidates for the new drug.
Expanding the treatment horizon raises a pressing question: Will this new treatment be affordable and accessible? But experts said the new drugs are likely to be expensive.
What is Opzelura Cream for Vitiligo and how is it used?
OPZELURA is a medicine used on the skin (topical) to:
Treatment of a type of vitiligo called non-segmental vitiligo in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
To treat the symptoms of eczema (allergic dermatitis). Opzelura may be used alone or with other medications.
Dosage and method of use
Patients are asked to apply a thin layer of OPZELURA twice daily to affected areas of up to 20% of their body surface area. Do not use more than 60 grams per week.
