Pimecrolimus

What Are The Uses Of Pimecrolimus?

Pimecrolimus, a calcineurin inhibitor,  is used in the treatment of following conditions:

• Atopic dermatitis (eczema).
• Red, irritated itchy skin.

What Are The Side Effects Of Pimecrolimus?

The most common side effects of Pimecrolimus are:

• Headache
• Local irritation.
• Localised burning.

Sometimes severe side effects such as the following may also be observed:

• Local pruritus
• Long term use may cause cancer
• Signs of infection like fever / sore throat / rash / trouble breathing / itching / swelling

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Pimecrolimus?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hyper sensitivity towards the drug Pimecrolimus or any other allergies.
• Current infections
• Skin infections
• Immune system problems
• Pregnancy
• Breast feeding