Narrow Band UVB Light Therapy: An Approved First Choice for Treating Vitiligo

Looking for vitiligo treatment options? Although treating this skin condition can be a challenge, there are numerous methods available on the market today. Due to its safety and efficacy, narrow band UVB light therapy is increasingly becoming the first approach by doctors when treating vitiligo!

Why Narrow Band UVB Light?

Narrow band UVB light (also referred to as narrowband and NB UVB) is a relatively new vitiligo treatment option that helps to repigment cells, with minimal to no side effects. In contrast, PUVA phototherapy has proven to be an effective method for treating this skin condition, but some side effects have been reported. Other options like corticosteroid therapy have the potential for cutaneous side effects and are not highly recommended for long term care.*

How is Treatment Administered?

For convenience, narrow band UVB light therapy is often administered three times a week on nonconsecutive days. Once 75% regimentation is achieved, the vitiligo treatment is usually reduced to twice a week or less. It can be administered in a doctor’s office or with a home phototherapy unit. UVBioTek™ offers both in-office and home phototherapy systems that offer value-added features including:

• Adjustable Panels that can better target affected areas
• Patented Design that folds flat when not in use
• Acrylic Safety-Shield™ that covers the UV lamps
• Attractive Door Styles that blend with your décor

Added Benefits of Phototherapy

With an excellent success rate, it is easy to see why narrow band UVB light therapy is the vitiligo treatment of choice! Because the therapy is well-tolerated, it is quite possibly the best option for children and long term care. Since vitiligo is a genetic disorder, full-size phototherapy units are better suited to treat the whole patient, not just that portion of the skin that shows the symptoms.

For patients, home phototherapy provides an easy and convenient way to schedule treatments at home, requiring fewer trips to the doctor’s office. Many insurance companies even cover the cost of home units!

For doctors, a clinical phototherapy system provides more flexibility and treatment options for a wide range of vitiligo sufferers. Regarding narrow band UVB treatment, ‘“It’s our number-one approach,”‘– Dr. Grimes, University of California, Los Angeles **

Find Success with Narrow Band UVB Light Therapy – An Approved First Choice for Treating Vitiligo!

* “Narrow-band ultraviolet B is a useful and well-tolerated treatment for vitiligo”
Lubomira Scherschun, MD, Jane J. Kim, MD, and Henry W. Lim, MD Detroit, Michigan, Department of Dermatology - 2001

** “Cytokine levels a factor - Try Narrow-Band UVB Before PUVA for Vitiligo Treatment”
Lane, L., Skin & Allergy News – 07/2003 (Vol. 34, Number 7)