In order for the skin to always be healthy, it is necessary to monitor its condition. It is important to get rid of inflammations and diseases in a timely manner. For each case, specific means are used. One of the effective ones is Elidel cream. According to reviews, the drug really copes with many dermatological problems.
The cream is used for skin inflammation. With its help, dry, weeping eczema, contact, atopic, radiation dermatitis are treated . After applying the drug, swelling, pain, itching, allergies pass. The elimination of these symptoms is confirmed by reviews. The instructions for use of the cream "Elidela" said that it should be used only after the appointment of a dermatologist. A doctor performs an examination to determine the cause of the disease, determine the appropriate dosage regimen. This minimizes the risk of local side effects.
Description
Cream "Elidel" - an effective tool used in dermatology. With its help, acute, chronic inflammation that occurs in the epidermis is stopped. The drug often replaces external drugs with glucocorticosteroids. Although they are effective, they also have many contraindications. And there are few restrictions on the use of Elidel.
According to reviews, such a cream rarely leads to side effects, provokes the appearance of "withdrawal syndrome." The tool is used to reduce the severity, and then completely eliminate allergies. Elidel cream is used for:
- red spots that appear at the beginning of dermatitis;
- nodular rashes;
- swelling of the skin;
- severe dry skin, peeling;
- increased skin irritation;
- itching, burning, pain;
- the appearance of erosion, wet rashes, rough crusts.
According to experts, dermatitis therapy should be performed at the first symptoms of inflammation. Course application allows to prevent infection of tissues by pathogenic bacteria and pathogenic fungi. Elidel cream is effective in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. The drug relieves itching, which is the cause of ulcers. With it, activation of the immune defense against various factors is stimulated.
the effect
"Elidel" is one of the clinical and pharmacological preparations for external use, which are used in the treatment of skin inflammation. Treatment with it is performed in children and adults. Patients often ask doctors if this cream is considered hormonal. It lacks glucocorticosteroids - synthetic analogues of hormones that are produced by the adrenal glands. Therefore, this tool does not lead to side effects that occur during treatment with hormonal drugs.
But the clinical effect is similar. The active substance - pimecrolimus - is able to suppress pain, fever, inflammation. Due to the blocking of the cytokine biosynthesis by mast cells and T-lymphocytes, the inflammation is stopped.
The use of Elidel cream has no negative effect on the skin. Even with a long therapeutic course, the growth of epithelial tissues, the formation of keratinocytes and fibroblasts do not occur. Compared with treatment with hormonal drugs, this cream is not able to reduce the activity of the immune system. When inflammation subsides, blood circulation improves. After the penetration of nutrients into damaged tissues, their recovery is accelerated.
The form
The cream is available in 15 and 30 g. It is sold in sealed aluminum tubes with a cap, which has a convenient protrusion for opening. The tool is presented in the form of a thick white mass, which does not have extraneous inclusions and a specific smell.
Packaging of the drug is presented in the form of a cardboard box, in which there is an instruction for use. According to reviews, Elidel cream can be purchased in almost every pharmacy. One tube of the product (1%, 15 g) costs from 700 to 1200 rubles.
The drug must be stored correctly. It is left indoors at temperatures up to 25 degrees. Cream should not be frozen. Proper storage provides an excellent treatment effect.
What does it consist of?
What is the composition of Elidel cream? The main component is pimecrolimus. Of the additional substances emit:
- diglycerides;
- triglycerides;
- monoglycerides;
- stearyl alcohol;
- sodium hydroxide.
The basic substance is able to penetrate into each epidermal layer, being well distributed in the affected areas. Glycerides retain the necessary moisture in the skin, dryness and peeling are eliminated.
The drug is suitable for 24 months. When the aluminum tube is opened, it is used in the treatment for 1 year. Do not use the cream after the expiration date, otherwise it will not only not bring the desired effect, but can also be harmful to health. The drug can be stored in a dark place at room temperature. The damage to the product is indicated by the separation of the base, a change in color and smell.
Application features
The main component of the cream is not found in the bloodstream, due to which the appearance of systemic side effects is excluded. But consultation with a dermatologist or allergist is needed. This is due to the fact that the symptoms of dermatitis can be similar to infectious pathologies. Then treatment with a cream will not be effective.
The tool is used in long-term therapy, which is especially important for chronic pathologies. Single and daily dosages are set by the doctor based on the level of pathology. Parents are often interested in pediatricians at what age you can use Elidel cream for children. If necessary, the drug is used from 3 months. When determining the dosage, the doctor takes into account the weight of the child, the presence of other ailments in the anamnesis.
Indications and contraindications
Applied cream "Elidel" from allergies. It eliminates various dermatitis, including those that have a neurogenic etiology. The medicine allows you to accelerate the healing of eczema due to relief of inflammation and stimulation of recovery. Cream can not be used with:
- skin damage due to bacterial, viral, fungal infection;
- children under 3 months old;
- hypersensitivity to the composition.
It is not recommended to use the drug in the treatment of generalized diffuse inflammation of the skin. Relative contraindication include Netherton syndrome, when there is a strong absorption of components. The tool is not used for ailments that occur with a sharp decrease in immunity. If there are moles, papillomas on the painful site, then before treatment it is necessary to consult an oncologist.
Application and Dosage
The positive effect of treatment is evidenced by numerous reviews. According to the instructions for use, the cream "Elidel" must be applied with a thin layer on painful skin 2 times a day. To speed up absorption, it must be rubbed with massage movements. The possibility of using the product under occlusive dressings should be discussed with a dermatologist.
Treatment is performed until the disappearance of painful symptoms. Single doses are determined depending on the size of the affected skin. If symptoms persist for a month, then you need to see a doctor. The specialist will diagnose, correct the treatment regimen or replace the cream with an analogue. According to reviews, the use of the cream provides an excellent result, and then other drugs are usually not required.
With vitiligo
Although the instructions do not indicate that the cream is used in the treatment of vitiligo, there are many reviews about the positive effect with this ailment. With this disease, complex treatment is required, since there is no single drug that can restore the natural tone of the skin.
Elidel can destroy melanocytes, the skin cells that produce pigment. Therefore, it is used with other methods of treatment only after phototherapy.
With rosacea
Rosacea is a disease that is difficult to treat, although there are many methods. Based on experimental treatment, it was found that excellent results are achieved with complex therapy, which includes the use of Elidel.
But the instructions do not indicate that the cream can be used to treat rosacea. This should be taken into account by doctors when prescribing effective drugs.
Side effects
The medicine is used to treat inflammation, which is associated with malfunctions of the immune system. If a bacterial or fungal infection is detected, therapy is supplemented with antimycotic drugs or antibiotics. Using the cream on damaged areas increases the risk of side effects. Probably appearance:
- swelling of the skin, redness;
- new rashes;
- itchy skin;
- severe pain.
Rarely, angioedema and a violation of the pigmentation of the upper epidermal layer appear. If after using the drug there is a burning sensation, pain, then you need to consult a doctor. These symptoms indicate intolerance to the components. But judging by the reviews, Elidel cream does not cause side effects for many.
During pregnancy and lactation
In these cases, the drug can be used only as directed by a doctor. The active substance does not enter the circulatory system, therefore, does not have a teratogenic effect.
For children
According to reviews, Elidel cream for children is also effective. It has been used since 3 months. This non-hormonal drug is not toxic, is not able to damage the digestive tract, kidneys, and liver.
As indicated in the instructions for the use of Elidel cream for children, it is applied to painful skin 2 times a day. It is advisable to do this with massage movements. The drug for treating children is an excellent substitute for glucocorticosteroids. If necessary, it can be replaced with safe analogues, for example, Fenistil.
special instructions
In order for the treatment to be effective and safe, the following rules must be observed:
- If the cream gets into the eyes, on the mucous membranes, it should be removed, washed off with water.
- During use of the cream, it is necessary to reduce the artificial insolation of the dermis. Experts advise to exclude UV radiation.
- The cream should not be used in the treatment of tight dressings.
- When the cream is applied, treatment with emollients is required.
- The drug should not be used by persons with hereditary or acquired immunodeficiency, patients who use immunosuppressive drugs in the treatment.
- The cream can not be applied to malignant skin lesions.
- The medicine has stearyl, cetyl alcohol, propylene glycol. Components can cause local skin reactions.
The effect of the drug on concentration during driving has not been identified. According to reviews, the instructions for the cream "Elidela" allows you to perform effective and safe treatment.
How to replace?
The cream is effective because it allows you to quickly get rid of skin lesions. But because of the high price, many do not purchase it. In pharmacies, there are analogues of Elidel cream, which are much cheaper at the price, but at the same time eliminate dermatitis. These tools include:
- "Tacropic." This is a white ointment that is applied externally. The drug is prescribed for the treatment of atopic dermatitis. It can be used by children from 2 years of age, adolescents and the elderly. An ointment with 0.1% tacrolimus is sold for adults, and 0.03% for children and adolescents. Ointment should not be used by pregnant and lactating mothers. The product is applied to the skin 2 times a day. The entire course lasts until the skin is restored. The price of a medicine for 15 g is 600-700 rubles.
- "Protopic". The main component is tacrolimus. Ointment is 0.03% and 0.1%. A lower dosage is used from 2 years old, and adolescents from 16 years old are allowed to use 0.1% ointment. It is not used during pregnancy and lactation. The drug is applied to painful areas 2 times a day until the symptoms disappear. The price of the drug is 0.03% per 10 g about 600 rubles.
- "Tsinokap". This is a dermatotropic agent. The basis is zinc pyrithione, which has an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect. The drug quickly restores the skin, moisturizes and eliminates peeling. This tool is non-hormonal, not addictive. "Tsinokap" is available in the form of a cream and aerosol. It can be used for children from 1 year of life. The drug treats atopic dermatitis, seborrhea, psoriasis. The medication can be used externally 2-3 times a day. The price for 50 g is 500-600 rubles.
- Naftaderm. The drug has a brown color, a specific smell. It is used to eliminate dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, seborrhea, wounds, ulcers. The tool is used for adults, and for treatment it is necessary to consult a doctor. A package of 35 g costs about 400 rubles.
- "Timogen." The drug is available in the form of a cream, nasal spray, intramuscular solution. The active component is sodium thymogen. The drug stimulates immune activity, tissue is restored and cell metabolism improves. The cream is used in the treatment of atopic dermatitis, eczema, boils, erysipelas, skin injuries. It is prohibited during pregnancy and lactation. The price for a cream of 30 g is 300 rubles.
Analogs include "Gistan", "La Cree", "Fenistil." Such remedies work no worse than Elidel. But still, you should not choose the drug arbitrarily, it is better to entrust it to a specialist.