Pimecrolimus: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring

Facts extracted from current FDA product labeling for Pimecrolimus. Educational only — not medical advice.

Labeled uses

Pimecrolimus Cream, 1% is indicated as second-line therapy for the short-term and non-continuous chronic treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in non-immunocompromised adults and children 2 years of age and older, who have failed to respond adequately to other topical prescription treatments, or when those treatments are not advisable. Pimecrolimus Cream, 1% is not indicated for use in children less than 2 years of age [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) , Use in Specific Populations (8.4) ] .

Source: FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (set 6601e43e…). Not affiliated with FDA or NIH.

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