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Protopic ( ta-KROE-li-mus) ointment is used for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. This is a skin condition where there is itching, redness and inflammation, much like an allergic reaction. Protopic helps to suppress these symptoms which are a reaction caused by the body's immune system. It can be used for short-term or long-term intermittent treatment. It is often used when other types of treatment are not working or not tolerated by the patient. Protopic is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Topical Ointment (U. S)
Tacrolimus ointment is used to treat the symptoms of atopic dermatitis (a skin disease that is also called eczema) in patients who cannot use other topical medications for their condition or whose eczema has not responded to another medication. Tacrolimus is in a class of medications called immunosuppressants. It works by stopping the immune systemfrom producing substances that cause eczema. Tacrolimus comes as an ointment to apply to the skin. It is usually applied twice a day to the affected area. To help you remember to apply tacrolimus ointment, use it at around the same times every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use tacrolimus exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor. You should not use tacrolimus ointment regularly for a long time. You should only apply tacrolimus ointment when you have symptoms of atopic dermatitis and for one week after your symptoms clear. Call your doctor when your symptoms go away to find out if you should stop using tacrolimus ointment. Also call your doctor as soon as you notice that your symptoms have come back to find out if you should start using tacrolimus ointment again. It may take up to 6 weeks before you feel the full benefit of tacrolimus ointment. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 6 weeks or if they get worse during the first few weeks of your treatment. Wash your hands before applying the medicine. If you have just taken a bath or a shower, be sure your skin is completely dry. Apply the ointment sparingly in a thin film and rub it in gently. Be careful not to get the ointment in your mouth or eyes. Do not apply cosmetics or other skin preparations on the treated area without talking with your doctor. Do not wrap or bandage the treated area. If you are not treating eczema on your hands, wash your hands thoroughly after applying tacrolimusointment Buy Protopic (U.S. only) or read more info about Protopic. Brand names: - Protopic - Tacrolimus |