Product information These notes are intended to provide you with information about your treatment. The entire notes should be read so that you are aware of the requirements on your part to ensure the effectiveness and safety of the therapy. Any additional questions that you may have can be answered by your doctor, or pharmacist, or the clinic staff. Hand and Foot PUVA involves soaking for 15 minutes in a Small amount of water containing the drug Psoralen which, after absorbtion, is activated by UVA light given in a strictly monitored dose. The solution is prepared by the staff at the Phototherapy suite.
Light is classified into many different wavelengths or parts.
One part is known as ultraviolet light, a normal component of sunlight. Please do not use any ointments or creams, perfumed soaps or toiletries immediately before coming for treatment. They may also affect the absorption of the Psoralen into the skin. We are happy to check that they are suitable to use in conjunction with your PUVA treatment. These may be repeated during your treatment.