Vitiligo Treatment with Melagenin Plus: What Patients Should Know

Melagenin Plus is a topical medication developed in Cuba from human placental extract, designed to stimulate melanocyte proliferation and melanin production in areas of skin affected by vitiligo. It is one of Cuba's distinctive dermatological treatments, attracting patients from around the world seeking repigmentation options.

Melagenin Plus is applied topically to depigmented areas, followed by brief controlled sun exposure or phototherapy sessions. It is administered on an outpatient basis at Cuban dermatological facilities, and patients receive the medication with detailed application instructions, often combining in-clinic sessions with a take-home treatment protocol.

Repigmentation is a gradual process; initial results may appear after several weeks with continued improvement over months. Treatment is most effective on recent lesions and certain body areas. Patients with widespread or long-standing vitiligo should have realistic expectations. A dermatological evaluation determines individual suitability and treatment duration, which typically lasts 3-5 weeks in Cuba.