Means of 'Elidel'. Instructions

Many patients believe that the drug "Elidel" is hormonal, so do not use it. However, the drug is a nonsteroid agent. Its active ingredient is pimecrolimus.

Means "Elidel" instruction allows for use from three months.

The drug has anti-inflammatory properties, eliminates the symptoms of acute and chronic dermatitis (atopic). The active ingredient is effective in inflammations on the skin, while it has very little effect on the immune response of the body.

The drug "Elidel" instruction recommends as a long-term and short-term therapy of eczema in children, adolescents and adults.

The medicine should be applied twice a day on the affected surface with a thin layer. Means "Elidel" instruction for use recommends gently rub until completely absorbed. It can be applied to any areas of the skin, including the scalp, face, hands, neck, as well as intertrigo.

Long-term therapy with the Elidel drug recommends that the instruction begin at the first signs of the development of pathology in order to prevent a sharp exacerbation.

Apply the drug before the symptoms are completely eliminated.

With the development of the first signs of relapse, treatment should be resumed (after consulting a doctor).

After carrying out water procedures, it is recommended to use emollients before applying Elidel ointment.

The drug is not prescribed for hypersensitivity and patients for up to three months.

To the side reactions when using the "Elidel" means the instruction relates the burning sensation on the application site, erythema, itching, folliculitis. In rare cases, the medicine provokes swelling, dryness, peeling, numbness, pain, anaphylactic shock. Very rarely there was a worsening of the condition, the development of shingles and herpes simplex, alcohol intolerance.

The drug is contraindicated to apply to areas with acute infection of a viral infection. In bacterial or fungal skin disease, the use of Elidel is allowed after the removal of these pathologies.

Due to insufficient knowledge of the effect of the drug on local immunity and the development of malignant skin lesions with prolonged use, it is not recommended to prescribe medication in the presence of or suspected malignant tumors.

During the entire therapeutic course, it is advisable to limit the patient's stay to the maximum in conditions of intense sunlight. This is due to the lack of information about the effect of the drug on the skin, which is under UV irradiation.

Contraindicated application of the drug "Elidel" on the mucous membranes.

In the course of studies in animals, there was no direct or indirect adverse effect of the drug on the course of pregnancy. However, the drug for women during gestation can only be used on the advice and under the supervision of a doctor.

Due to the fact that it is not known whether the active ingredient is able to penetrate into breast milk, the use during lactation is also coordinated with a specialist. It is contraindicated to apply the ointment directly to the mammary glands.

In the course of the research, the influence of the means on the ability to concentrate attention and manage the transport has not been established.

In medical practice, cases of overdose have not been recorded.

The drug should not be used after twelve months after opening the package.

Before using the drug "Elidel" you need to visit a doctor, carefully study the annotation. Treatment of children should be supervised by the pediatrician.