Tacrolimus ointment for the management of atopic dermatitis.
The management of atopic dermatitis is set for a major shift with the introduction of the first new topical treatment for the condition in 40 years--the non-steroidal topical immunomodulator tacrolimus (Protopic). Backed by strong clinical data, tacrolimus ointment is a valuable addition to topical steroids in the management of moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis.
Department of Dermatology, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG.
Malcolm
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Rustin
D000287:Administration, Topical; D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003876:Dermatitis, Atopic / Q000188:drug therapy*; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D004305:Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; D006801:Humans; D009824:Ointments; D016559:Tacrolimus / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D000305:Adrenal Cortex Hormones; D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D009824:Ointments; D016559:Tacrolimus