Uses
Elidel is used to treat atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema. Elidel is for adults and children age 2 years and older and is for use on the skin only. You can use it on all affected areas of your skin, including your face and neck.
How is Elidel Used?
Apply a thin layer of Elidel cream 1% to the affected skin twice daily and rub in gently and completely for as long as signs and symptoms persist. If symptoms persist beyond 6 weeks, the patient should be re-evaluated. Elidel cream should not be used with occlusive dressings.
Precautions
Do not use Elidel if you have the congenital skin disorder Netherton's syndrome.
Before using Elidel, tell your doctor if you: have a skin infection; have a disease of the immune system; or are using any other type of skin product (e.g., cream, ointment, lotion, etc.). Do not use this medication if you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant during treatment or if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Side Effects
The most common side effect at the site of application is burning or a feeling of warmth. The burning feeling is usually mild or moderate, occurring in the first 5 days of treatment, and the burning usually clears up in a few days. See your doctor if an application site reaction is severe or persists for more than 1 week.
Other common side effects include headache, and with long-term intermittent use, common cold/stuffy nose, influenza, sore throat, fever, viral infection, and cough. Some people may get herpes skin infections (like cold sores, chicken pox, or shingles), warts, or swollen lymph nodes (glands).
Overdose
There has been no experience of overdose with Elidel cream 1%. If oral ingestion occurs, medical advice should be sought.
Information
Avoid sunlight and sun lamps, tanning beds, and treatments with UVA or UVB light. If you need to be outdoors after applying Elidel, wear loose clothing that protects the treated area from the sun.
Disclaimer
This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
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