Is Elidel cream good for perioral dermatitis?

Is Elidel cream good for perioral dermatitis?

Does Elidel treat periorbital dermatitis or seborrheic dermatitis? Elidel is not approved to treat skin conditions called perioral dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff). But the drug may be used off-label to treat these conditions.

What is the best cream for perioral dermatitis?

The topical treatments most often recommended for perioral dermatitis include:

• Metronidazole cream or gel.
• Clindamycin lotion or gel.
• Erythromycin gel.
• Topical sulfur preparations.
• Azelaic acid gel.
• Tacrolimus ointment.
• Pimecrolimus cream.

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Is pimecrolimus cream good for perioral dermatitis?

Pimecrolimus cream significantly reduced the Perioral Dermatitis Severity Index (PODSI) compared with vehicle in a randomized, double-blind study in adults. Pimecrolimus cream seems to be most effective in steroid-induced perioral dermatitis.

Can you use Elidel around mouth?

Do not use the cream: inside your nose, eyes or mouth. Do not swallow it. on areas of the skin affected by active viral infection such as cold sores or chicken pox. if your skin is infected, check with your doctor before using Elidel.

What is Elidel medicine used for?

ELIDEL Cream, 1% is a prescription medicine used on the skin (topical) to treat mild to moderate eczema (atopic dermatitis). ELIDEL Cream, 1% is for adults and children age 2 years and older who do not have a weakened immune system.

Do you need antibiotics for perioral dermatitis?

If you only have mild perioral dermatitis, your doctor may recommend topical antibiotics containing an antibiotic such as metronidazole or clindamycin. Your doctor may give you prescription medication for oral antibiotics in the tetracycline group.

Is elidel a steroid?

Elidel is a steroid-free cream containing a 1% strength of the topical immunomodulator pimecrolimus. Elidel was specifically developed as a treatment for atopic dermatitis (AD) and is approved for use in children as young as 2 years of age.

Can pimecrolimus cause perioral dermatitis?

Despite being effective and safe in short-term treatment, chronic use of TCS can cause side effects such as skin atrophy, telangiectasia, rosacea and perioral dermatitis, especially when applied to sensitive skin areas such as the face and the neck.

Is elidel safe for face?

Pimecrolimus is for use on the skin only. Avoid getting this medication in your eyes or on the inside of your nose or mouth. Do not apply this medication to open wounds or infected areas. Do not cover the treated area with plastic or waterproof bandages unless directed to do so by your doctor.

How quickly does elidel work?

You should expect to see some improvement in your skin within a week or two of starting treatment. If there is no improvement in your skin after using pimecrolimus cream for six weeks, you should see your doctor again for further advice.