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Topical Calcineurin Inhibitors for Atopic Dermatitis
Why It Is Used
Topical calcineurin inhibitors may be used when conventional treatment (such as with Reference corticosteroids Opens New Window) is not possible or unsuccessful. Calcineurin inhibitors are used on sensitive skin, such as the face and eyelids, where corticosteroids are avoided. Calcineurin inhibitors are used for short-term treatment of moderate atopic dermatitis. Calcineurin inhibitors are used in people age 2 and older with a healthy immune system. Short-term treatment may be repeated with breaks in between.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: April 17, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Amy McMichael, MD - Dermatology |
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