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Topical Calcineurin Inhibitors for Atopic Dermatitis
How Well It Works
Both pimecrolimus and tacrolimus have been shown to be effective for use in atopic dermatitis. Most patients have much less itching within 3 days of starting treatment, and they feel much better.Reference 1
| 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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