Tacrolimus : How to Use

Tacrolimus - Topical

Brand Names

Protopic Tacrolimus *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Infections in the effected areas must be treated before starting treat with tacrolimus ointment.

Dry skin completely before applying tacrolimus ointment.

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

Dosage

The dose of tacrolimus ointment will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of tacrolimus ointment If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family 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 drug, 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 drug:

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Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed.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