Elidel30gm
Cream
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Elidel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Elidel is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not har... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Elidel is used to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis). It works by suppressing the activity of certain immune cells that cause inflammation (redness and sw... View More
Uses of Elidel
- Atopic dermatitis
Side effects of Elidel
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Elidel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Elidel works
Elidel is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune response.
- Elidel is effective at treating eczema (atopic dermatitis) when other treatment options have failed.
- Apply thinly, to affected areas of skin only. Clean the affected area and dry well before applying Elidel. Avoid contact with water (shower, swimming) r... View More
- Clean the area to be treated with water and a non-medicated soap, and let it dry completely before applying Elidel.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- Inform your doctor if there's no improvement even after two weeks of treatment, or if the skin gets worse.
- Stop using Elidel and consult your doctor if your eczema becomes infected.
- Continuous long-term use of the ointment should be avoided. Use as prescribed by you doctor.
Indication
Atopic dermatitis, Eczema
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous Atopic dermatitis Adult: As 1% cream: Apply a thin layer onto the affected areas bid. Stop treatment if there is no improvement afte... View More
Child Dose
Topical/Cutaneous Atopic dermatitis Child: >2 yr: Apply a thin layer of 1% cream onto the affected areas bid. Stop treatment if there is no improvemen... View More
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: Dosage reduction is necessary.
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity; children <2 yr; immunocompromised patients. Patients with Netherton's syndrome.
Mode of Action
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Precaution
Avoid use in areas affected by active, cutaneous viral infections. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. Immunosuppression may increase risk... View More
Side Effect
>10% Burning sensation (2-26%),Headache (7-25%),Fever (1-13%),Nasopharyngitis (8-27%),Cough (2-16%),Bronchitis (<11%),Upper respiratory tract infection... View More
Interaction
Inhibitors of cytochrome P450 3A4 isoenzyme in patients with widespread and/or erythrodermic disease. Potentially Fatal: Increased risk of infections... View More
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