Vitiligo

What is Vitiligo?

A condition in which the skin turns white due to loss of pigment, melanin that gives the skin colour.

What happens in Vitiligo?

Vitiligo is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune cells target and destroy melanocytes in certain areas.
It can be localised or generalised in nature..
Tyrosinase enzyme activity, melanin production and its transfer to the top layer of skin decreases.

Whom does it affect?

People develop the condition prior to age 40.
About 50% develop vitiligo before age 20.
It is sometimes inherited and also associated with other medical conditions like thyroid.

Dual Drug therapy

Augmentive Therapy

Benefits

Tolenorm oil

Augment tyrosinase activity and melanin production.
Increase dendrite formation in melanocytes.
Transfer melanin to keratinocytes.

Tolenorm Ointment

Increases dendrite formation in melanocytes (aids transfer of melanin to skin cells ).
Transfers the melanin to keratinocytes (Increases pigmentation in skin).
Provide an extra barrier to ensure sustained release of actives.
Offers sun protection.

Psorolin Medicated Bathing Bar

Enhances exfoliation and reduces scaling of the skin.
Opens up the skin pores to receive subsequent treatment.
Retains skin moisture and supports the elasticity of the skin.

Verdura Mela Pro Cream

Increases the susceptibility of skin to UV rays.
Kindles genetic memory of the skin to produce melanin in Vitiligo.
Proven to be hypoallergenic and safe for long term use (Skin irritation study in human volunteers)