Tacrolimus (Topical)

Brand Names : Protopic

Proper Use of This Medicine

Infections in the affected areas should be treated before starting treatment with tacrolimus ointment.

Dry skin completely before applying tacrolimus ointment.

Wash hand thoroughly after applying tacrolimus ointment, if hands are not any area for treatment.

Dosing - The dose of tacrolimus ointment will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of tacrolimus ointment. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For ointment dosage form
  • For atopic dermatitis:
    • Adults - Gently apply 0.03% or 0.1% ointment to skin that is clean and dry two times a day. Do not cover the area with a bandage that sticks to the skin. Continue to treat for 1 week after symptoms are gone.
    • Children over 2 years old - Gently apply 0.03% ointment to skin that is clean and dry two times a day. Do not cover the area with a bandage that sticks to the skin. Continue to treat for 1 week after symptoms are gone.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Keep the medicine from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
• Keep out of direct sunlight.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.