User:Mr. Ibrahem/Pimecrolimus

Pimecrolimus, sold under the brand name Elidel, is a medication used to treat atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. It is a second line treatment after topical corticosteroids. It is applied to the skin as a cream.

Common side effects include skin reaction, headache, and cough. Other concerns may include cancer and infections. Use is not recommended in pregnancy. It is a calcineurin inhibitor.

was approved for medical use in the United States in 2001. In the United Kingdom a 30 gram tube costs the NHS about £20 as of 2021. This amount in the United States is about 70 USD.