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Tacrolimus 0.1% Ointment As an ointment , tacrolimus is used in the treatment of dermatitis (eczema), in particular atopic dermatitis , if topical corticosteroids and moisturisers fail in helping. [ 17 ] [ 18 ] It suppresses inflammation in a similar way to steroids , and is equally as effective as a mid-potency steroid.
Pimecrolimus has a similar mode of action to that of tacrolimus but is more selective, with no effect on dendritic (Langerhans) cells. [19] It has lower permeation through the skin than topical steroids or topical tacrolimus [20] although they have not been compared with each other for their permeation ability through mucosa. In addition, in ...
Although it is a structural analogue of tacrolimus, it acts somewhat differently and has different side-effects. Contrary to ciclosporin and tacrolimus, drugs that affect the first phase of T lymphocyte activation, sirolimus affects the second phase, namely signal transduction and lymphocyte clonal proliferation.
Topical steroid withdrawal, also known as red burning skin and steroid dermatitis, has been reported in people who apply topical steroids for 2 weeks or longer and then discontinue use. [4] [5] [2] [1] Symptoms affect the skin and include redness, a burning sensation, and itchiness, [2] which may then be followed by peeling. [2]
[6] [7] [8] Applying once daily is enough as it is as effective as twice or more daily application. [13] Strong steroids should be avoided on sensitive sites such as the face, groin and armpits. Even the application of weaker or safer steroids should be limited to less than two weeks on those sites.
Boroline is an over-the-counter antiseptic cream sold in India by G. D. Pharmaceuticals. The cream is marketed as a natural and ayurvedic solution for various skin issues such as cuts, cracked lips, rough skin, and infections. The product traces its origins to the Swadeshi movement prevalent in India in the 1920s. First produced in 1929 by Gour ...
Sudocrem (/ ˈ s u d ə k r ɛ m / or / ˈ s u d ə k r i m / in Ireland) [3] is an over-the-counter medicated cream aimed primarily at the treatment of irritant diaper dermatitis.It contains a water-repellent base (consisting of oils/waxes); protective and moisturizer agents; antibiotic and antifungal agents; and a weak anesthetic.
Germolene cream contains the active ingredient chlorhexidine, which can rarely induce allergic reactions. [7] Symptoms of a minor allergic reaction to Germolene cream include itching , redness ( erythema ), dermatitis , eczema, rash , hives (urticaria), skin irritation , and blisters on the skin.