Elidel (Cream)
Manufactured by: Novartis Pharma GmbH, Germany
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Elidel is indicated for
- Atopic dermatitis
- Eczema
Precautions and warnings
Do not use this medication on skin that has active viral infections. Keep it away from your eyes and other sensitive areas like inside the nose or mouth. People with weakened immune systems may have a higher risk of developing lymphoma or other cancers. Try to stay out of sunlight or avoid UV light while using this medication. You may feel mild to moderate warmth or burning at the application site within the first five days of starting treatment. The safety of using this medication for longer than one year is not known. If you have kidney or liver problems, be cautious. Your doctor should regularly check your kidney, liver, heart, and eye health, as well as your blood pressure, blood sugar, and electrolytes. Use caution if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Side-effects
- Application-site reactions
- upper respiratory tract infection
- cough
- nasopharyngitis
- headache. Increased incidence of impetigo; skin infections
- superinfection; rhinitis
- urticaria with combined topical corticosteroids.
Drug Interactions
Medicines that block the cytochrome P450 3A4 enzyme should be used with caution in patients who have widespread or erythrodermic disease.
Warning: There is a higher risk of life-threatening infections if these patients are given live vaccines while using such medicines.
Mode of actions
Pimecrolimus is a type of medicine made from ascomycin. It works by weakening the immune system, specifically by stopping T-cells from becoming active and blocking the release of substances from mast cells that cause inflammation. Doctors use pimecrolimus to treat mild to moderate atopic eczema, either for a short time or off and on for longer periods.
Dosage & Administration
Adult: Topical As 1% cream: Apply twice daily. Stop treatment if there is no improvement after 6 wk or if there is worsening of condition.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.
Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.
This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.
Pack Size & Price
15gm tube Price : ৳1213
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