What is methyl aminolevulinate hydrochloride used for?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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It is used with photodynamic therapy for selected actinic keratoses, basal cell carcinomas and Bowen’s disease in adults.

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methyl aminolevulinate hydrochloride · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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It is used with photodynamic therapy for selected actinic keratoses, basal cell carcinomas and Bowen’s disease in adults.

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