Elidel Cream (Pimecrolimus) (Pimecrolimus 1% Cream)

Elidel Cream

Description

Drug (Salt) Name : Pimecrolimus topical (pi-MEK-roe-LYE-mus-TOP-ik-al)

Elidel Cream is for the treatment of eczema (atopic dermatitis). It works by suppress the function of some immune cells which cause skin inflammatory (redness and swelling). This alleviates itching and makes atopic dermatitis itchy hives healthier.

Directions

The Elidel Cream is being used for exterior use. It should be used on the infected area 2-4 periods a day, or used as recommended by only the practitioner. It should be drawn onto the skin gradually and uniformly before it is rubbed in. You shouldn't use it too much and shouldn't have a gauze or plaster to cover the treatment region. If there is no change including after two weeks of treatment, you need to visit your doctor.

Cautions

Different individuals suffer various side effects. It depends on several variables that may be attributed to the environment, patient-related, age-related or medication-related, as each medication has many side effects with it.

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients, you should discontinue using this drug.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist first before using it, and ask if it will have any side effects on your skin. If you have any of the below problems, do not use this cream.

• Asthma or any kind of allergy
• Liver or kidney related problem

Be sure to ask the doctor first when you are pregnant. 

Side effects

Avoid using Elidel Cream, and contact your doctor immediately if you have a significant side effect like:

• Severe burning of treated skin
• Dry skin
• worsened skin symptoms
• cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing