Tacrolimus ointment for the treatment of atopic dermatitis

Boucher M
Record ID 32001000957
English, French
Authors' objectives:

To summarise the available evidence on the use of tacrolimus ointment for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.

Authors' recommendations: - Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic dermatological condition characterized by pruritus (itchiness) and rash. Topical corticosteroids are the mainstay of pharmacotherapy. - Tacrolimus ointment is a new topical anti-inflammatory agent available in Canada through the Special Access Program. - It is approved as a second line agent for short or long term intermittent treatment of moderate to severe AD. - Clinical trials suggest it is both effective and safe, but comparative studies with corticosteroids and long-term information are limited.
Authors' methods: Overview
Details
Project Status: Completed
Year Published: 2001
English language abstract: An English language summary is available
Publication Type: Not Assigned
Country: Canada
MeSH Terms
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents
  • Dermatitis, Atopic
  • Eczema
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