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Octamop Forte Tablet
Methoxsalen (10mg)
Octamop Forte Tablet is used for octamop Tablet is used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated August 2026
₹79₹7.88 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Methoxsalen (10mg)
Available variants: tablet tablet 10`S
Best price: ₹79 (₹7.88 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: PALSONS GROUP
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
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Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Octamop Forte Tablet
Octamop Forte Tablet contains Methoxsalen (10mg).
Uses of Octamop Forte Tablet
Octamop Tablet is used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis.
How Octamop Forte Tablet works
Octamop Tablet is used along with ultraviolet-A irradiation where it works by decreasing the number of cells the skin makes.
How to take Octamop Forte Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Octamop Tablet is to be taken with food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take the missed dose of Octamop Forte as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
If you take too much
Taking more Octamop Forte than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.
Side effects of Octamop Forte Tablet
Most side effects of Octamop Forte are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Redness of skin Blisters on skin Edema (swelling) Itching
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Octamop Forte Tablet
| Pregnancy | Octamop Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Octamop Tablet should be used with caution during lactation. Breast feeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body. |
| Alcohol | Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor. |
| Kidney | There is limited information available on the use of Octamop Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | Octamop Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Octamop Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Octamop Forte. Some combinations can change how Octamop Forte works or raise the chance of side effects.
How to store Octamop Forte Tablet
Store Octamop Forte below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- PALSONS GROUP
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| Melan TabletMED MANOR ORGANICS PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹27 | 66% cheaper |
| Melanocyl TabletFRANCO-INDIAN PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 40`S | ₹190 | 141% more |
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Octamop Forte Tablet FAQs
What is Octamop Forte Tablet used for?
Octamop Forte Tablet is commonly used for Octamop Tablet is used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Octamop Forte Tablet?
Octamop Forte Tablet contains Methoxsalen (10mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Octamop Forte Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Octamop Forte Tablet work?
Octamop Tablet is used along with ultraviolet-A irradiation where it works by decreasing the number of cells the skin makes.
Is Octamop Forte Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Octamop Forte Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Octamop Forte Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Octamop Forte are Redness of skin
Blisters on skin
Edema (swelling)
Itching. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Octamop Forte Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Octamop Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening... Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Octamop Forte.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Octamop Forte Tablet?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown.
What if I miss a dose of Octamop Forte Tablet?
Take the missed dose of Octamop Forte as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Octamop Forte Tablet?
Melan Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹27 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Octamop Forte Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Octamop Forte Tablet starts at ₹79 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet tablet 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Octamop Forte Tablet?
Octamop Forte Tablet is manufactured by PALSONS GROUP. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Octamop Forte Tablet delivered?
Octamop Forte Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Octamop Forte Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Methoxsalen (10mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹79 (₹7.88 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- PALSONS GROUP
- Manufacturer
- PALSONS GROUP
- Variants
- tablet tablet 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Octamop Forte Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Octamop Forte Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.