Tacrolimus Accord
Tacrolimus Accord 0.1% ointment is a medication used to treat moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) in adults when traditional treatments like topical corticosteroids haven't worked well enough or are not suitable.
Form
voide
Strength
0.1 %
Active Ingredient
Tacrolimus monohydrate
Manufacturer
Accord Healthcare B.V.
How to Use
Dosage
Start by applying Tacrolimus Accord 0.1% ointment twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening, until the eczema improves.
Method
Apply a thin layer of the ointment to the affected skin area.
Important
The ointment is typically applied twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Burning sensation and itching.
- •Redness.
- •Sensation of warmth.
- •Pain.
- •Increased skin sensitivity (especially to heat and cold).
- •Tingling sensation in the skin.
- •Rash.
- •Local skin inflammations (e.g., hair follicle inflammation, cold sores, herpes).
- •Facial redness or skin irritation after alcohol consumption.
RARE
- •Acne.
- •Rosacea (facial redness).
- •Rosacea-like rash.
- •Lentigo (brown spots on the skin).
- •Swelling of the treated skin area.
- •Herpes-related eye infections.
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to tacrolimus, any other ingredient in the ointment, or macrolide antibiotics.
- Talk to your doctor if you have liver failure.
- Talk to your doctor if you have skin cancer or a weakened immune system.
- Talk to your doctor if you have hereditary skin conditions like Netherton's syndrome, lamellar ichthyosis, pyoderma gangraenosum, or generalized erythroderma.
- Talk to your doctor if you have a skin graft rejection reaction.
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- Talk to your doctor if you have swollen lymph nodes before starting or during treatment.
- Do not apply the ointment to infected skin lesions.
- Tell your doctor if you notice any changes in your skin's appearance.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight and sunbeds. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
- Inform your doctor if you are prescribed light therapy, as this ointment is not recommended for concomitant use.
- Avoid bathing, showering, or swimming immediately after applying the ointment to prevent the medication from washing off.
- The ointment is not approved for use in children under 16 years of age.
- Moisturizers or facial toners can be used, but not within two hours before or after applying Tacrolimus Accord ointment.
- Alcohol consumption may cause flushing and redness of the skin or face.
- Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to have children.