Crolimate 0.03% Ointment
tube of 10.0 gm Ointment.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Tacrolimus (0.03%) |
| Manufacturer: | Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Crolimate 0.03% Ointment is used to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis) by suppressing the activity of certain immune cells that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) of the skin. Crolimate 0.03% Ointment is used for external use. It should be used 2-4 times a day on the affected area or use it as suggested by the doctor. It should be applied slowly and evenly to the skin until it is rubbed in. You should not use it too often and you should not cover the treated area with a bandage or plaster. You must inform your doctor if there’s no improvement even after two weeks of treatment or if the skin gets worse. Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects like erythema, headache, inflammation of hair follicle, and application site reaction like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. This medicine is not normally recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless it is clearly needed.
Crolimate 0.03% Ointment is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing the activity of certain immune cells that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) of the skin. This relieves itching and improves rashes in atopic dermatitis.
What is Crolimate 0.03% Ointment used for?
Crolimate 0.03% Ointment is a medication that modulates the immune system, specifically designed to treat moderate to severe eczema (atopic dermatitis) in adults who do not respond to steroids or experience side effects from using them. It works by altering the abnormal immune response, relieving skin inflammation and itchiness associated with atopic dermatitis.
What are the side effects of Crolimate 0.03% Ointment?
Common side effects of Crolimate 0.03% Ointment include skin irritation, burning sensation, and itching at the application site, which are usually mild to moderate in severity and typically resolve within one week of treatment. Other possible side effects include redness, warmth, pain, altered sensation, and rash at the application site. Additionally, using Crolimate 0.03% Ointment may increase the risk of inflamed or infected hair follicles, cold sores, acne, and generalized herpes simplex infections.
Is Crolimate 0.03% Ointment safe?
Crolimate 0.03% Ointment has been found to be a safe and effective short-term treatment for atopic dermatitis when compared to other immune-suppressing medications. Due to its minimal absorption into the bloodstream, the risk of side effects is lower compared to oral administration.
Does Crolimate 0.03% Ointment have abuse potential?
No, Crolimate 0.03% Ointment does not have abuse potential and is not a controlled substance. As a result, it does not require permission from authorities or a doctor for use.
Does Crolimate 0.03% Ointment cause cancer?
Long-term use of Crolimate 0.03% Ointment has been linked to an increased risk of lymph node tumors called lymphoma. Some studies have found that a few patients who used Crolimate 0.03% Ointment or similar medications developed skin cancer or lymphoma. It is essential to consult your doctor if you need to use Crolimate 0.03% Ointment for more than 6 weeks or if your eczema symptoms do not improve or worsen during treatment.
Is Crolimate 0.03% Ointment a steroid?
No, Crolimate 0.03% Ointment is not a steroid. Instead, it is a medication that modulates the immune system, used to treat eczema, particularly atopic dermatitis. An advantage of Crolimate 0.03% Ointment is that it does not cause skin thinning (atrophy) or other steroid-related side effects.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
- Apply thinly to affected areas of skin only
- Clean the affected area and dry well before applying Crolimate 0.03% Ointment
- Avoid contact with water after application
- Inform your doctor if there’s no improvement even after two weeks of treatment or if the skin gets worse
- Don’t cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor
- Erythema
- Headache
- Inflammation of hair follicle
- Application site reaction like burning, irritation, itching, and redness
Breastfeed
Crolimate 0.03% Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Crolimate 0.03% Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.