Testimonials

What doctors are saying about Protopic.
 
Many doctors are turning to Protopic÷the steroid-free treatment for moderate to severe eczema after conventional treatments have failed or when they are concerned about adverse events associated with other therapies. And they are getting results. We asked some noted dermatology specialists about their experiences with Protopic. 
 
Efficacy

		Alan B. Fleischer, Jr., MD Professor and Chair Department of Dermatology Wake Forest University School of Medicine   Q. How effective is Protopic for treating atopic dermatitis?   A. “Protopic not only works quickly, usually within the first week, but it also continues to work over the long term without increasing the risk of side effects.”

Steroid-Free, Long-Term Safety

		Guy F. Webster, MD, PhD Professor and Vice Chair Department of Dermatology Thomas Jefferson Medical College   Q. Protopic is steroid-free. Why is that important?   A. “Corticosteroid use over the long term, topically or systemically, leads to pigmentary disturbances, thinning of the skin, stretch marks, and telangiectasia—none of which are attractive and none of which are comfortable.”

Pediatric

		Richard Antaya, MD Assistant Professor of Dermatology and Pediatrics Director, Pediatric Dermatology Yale University School of Medicine    Q. What has research revealed about the long-term safety and efficacy of Protopic for the treatment of children with atopic dermatitis?   A. “Numerous clinical trials involving thousands of children two years of age and older have demonstrated that Protopic is effective and, more importantly, safe when used as intermittent long-term treatment for atopic dermatitis.”

Important Information
 
For short-term and intermittent long-term therapy in patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis who should avoid the potential risks of conventional therapies or are not adequately responsive to conventional therapies. Both 0.03% and 0.1% ointment can be used for adults. In children aged 2 to 15 years, only Protopic 0.03% is indicated.

The most common adverse events associated with the use of Protopic Ointment included the sensation of skin burning, pruritus, flu-like symptoms, and headache, and it is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to tacrolimus or any of the other ingredients of Protopic.

Protopic Ointment should not be used with occlusive dressings.

Skin infections should be cleared prior to application, and there may be an increased risk of certain skin infections. Patients should minimize or avoid natural or artificial sunlight exposure.