Viotopic 0.1% Ointment 30 g

Product Description:

• This form of tacrolimus is used on the skin to treat a skin condition called eczema (atopic dermatitis) in patients who have not responded well to (or should not use) other eczema medications.
• Eczema is an allergic-type condition that causes red, irritated, and itchy skin.
• This drug works by weakening the skin's defense (immune) system, thereby decreasing the allergic reaction and relieving the eczema.
• Tacrolimus belongs to a class of drugs known as topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs).
• Also, this medication should not be used by anyone who has a weakened immune system (for example, following an organ transplant).
• Tacrolimus ointment is a topical drug (a drug that is applied to the skin) that is used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (eczema).
• Atopic dermatitis is a chronic (long-lasting) disease of skin in which the skin becomes inflamed, causing itchiness, redness, swelling, cracking, weeping, crusting, and scaling.
• The inflammation is caused by activation of the immune system though the reason for the activation is unknown.

How To Use:

• Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using tacrolimus and each time you get a refill.
• If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• Wash your hands with soap and water before using this medication.
• Apply a thin layer to the affected areas of skin, usually twice daily or as directed by your doctor.
• Rub the medication into the skin gently and completely.
• Wash your hands after using this product unless your hands are being treated.
• If your doctor recommends a moisturizer, apply it after this medication.
• This product is for use on the skin only.
• Avoid getting this medication in your eyes or on the inside of your nose or mouth.
• If you do get the medication in those areas, flush with plenty of water.
• Do not apply this medication to open wounds or infected areas.
• Do not cover the treated area with plastic or waterproof bandages unless directed to do so by your doctor.
• Do not bathe, shower, or swim right after applying this medication.
• This could wash it off the treated area.
• Use this medication exactly as directed.
• Your doctor may instruct you to stop using it once your eczema has cleared and to start using it again if symptoms reappear. Consult your doctor for details.
• Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve after 6 weeks of using this medication or if your condition worsens at any time.
• Only the weakest product should be used by children 2 to 15 years old.

Warnings And Precautions:

• Continuous long-term use of tacrolimus should be avoided because rare cases of skin cancer and lymphoma have occurred during tacrolimus treatment.

Ingredients:

• Tacrolimus

Available at 2 concentrations:

• 1% Ointment 30 Gm.
• 03% Ointment 30 Gm.

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