Generic name:pimecrolimus topical [ PIM-e-KROE-li-mus-TOP-ik-al ]
Drug class:Miscellaneous topical agents
What is Elidel?
Elidel is an immunosuppressant. It works by decreasing your body's immune system to help slow down the growth of atopic dermatitis (eczema) on your skin.
Elidel cream is a prescription medicine used on the skin for treatment of mild to moderate eczema (atopic dermatitis). in adults and children at least 2 years old.
Elidel cream is used for short periods, and if needed, treatment may be repeated with breaks in between.
Elidel is not for use in people who have a weakened immune system.
Warnings
Elidel cream is not for long-term use. A small number of people using pimecrolimus or tacrolimus skin medications have developed skin cancer or lymphoma. However, it is not known if either of these medicines causes cancer.
You should not use Elidel if you are allergic to pimecrolimus, or if you have a bacterial or viral skin infection (including herpes or chicken pox).
Before using Elidel Cream, tell your doctor if you have skin cancer or any type of skin infection, Netherton's syndrome, a weak immune system, kidney disease, or swelling, redness, or irritation over large skin areas.
Use Elidel only on skin that is affected by eczema. Avoid applying to an area that may be affected with skin cancer.
Elidel can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to get sick from a virus. Tell your doctor if you have been exposed to any illness, or if you have any signs of infection such as fever, chills, sore throat, or flu symptoms.
Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 6 weeks of treatment.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Elid...
