Drug Uses
Use Protopic only to treat eczema that has been diagnosed by a doctor.
How Taken
Apply a thin layer of Protopic treatment for Eczema to all skin areas that your doctor has diagnosed as eczema. Try to cover the affected areas completely.
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid sunlight and sun lamps, tanning beds, and treatment with UVA or UVB light when using Protopic treatment for Eczema. If you need to be outdoors after applying Protopic, wear loose fitting clothing that protects the treated area from the sun. In addition, ask your doctor what other type of protection from the sun you should use.
Missed Dose
Apply Protopic treatment for Eczema as soon as you can remember.
Possible Side Effects
The most common side effects of Protopic are stinging, soreness, a burning feeling, or itching of the skin treated with Protopic. These side effects are usually mild to moderate and are most common during the first few days of treatment and typically lessen if your skin heals.
Storage
Store Protopic at room temperature (59E to 86EF). Never leave Protopic in your car in cold or hot weather. Make sure the cap on the tube is tightly closed. Keep Protopic out of the reach of children.
Overdose
An overdose with Protopic is highly unlikely to occur. Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.
More Information
Do not use Protopic for a condition for which it was not prescribed. If you have any concerns about Protopic, ask your doctor. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you information about Protopic that was written for health care professionals.
Disclaimer
Protopic Eczema treatment drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of the Protopic medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.
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