Viotopic 0.1% Ointment 30 gm

Product Description:

• This type of tacrolimus is used on the skin to treat a skin condition called eczema (atopic dermatitis) in patients who have not responded well to (or should not use) other eczema medicines.
• Eczema is an allergic condition that causes redness, irritation, and itching of the skin.
• This medicine works by weakening the skin's defence (immune) system, thereby reducing the allergic reaction and relieving eczema.
• Tacrolimus belongs to a class of drugs known as topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs).
• Also, this medication should not be used by anyone with a weakened immune system (eg, after an organ transplant).
• Tacrolimus ointment is a topical medicine (medicine applied to the skin) used to treat atopic dermatitis (eczema).
• Atopic dermatitis is a chronic (long-term) skin disease in which the skin becomes inflamed, causing itching, redness, swelling, cracking, weeping, and scaling.
• The inflammation is caused by activation of the immune system, although the cause of the activation is unknown.

Directions for use:

• Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using tacrolimus and each time you get a refill.
• If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• Wash your hands with soap and water before using this medicine.
• Apply a thin layer to affected areas of skin, usually twice daily or as directed by a doctor.
• Rub the medication into the skin gently and completely.
• Wash your hands after using this product unless your hands are being treated.
• If your doctor recommends a moisturizer, apply it after this medication.
• This product is for use on the skin only.
• Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes or inside your nose or mouth.
• If you get the medicine in those areas, wash it with plenty of water.
• Do not use this medicine on open wounds or infected areas.
• Do not cover the treated area with plastic or waterproof bandages unless directed to do so by your doctor.
• Do not bathe, shower, or swim immediately after applying this medicine.
• This can wash away the treated area.
• Use this medication exactly as directed.
• Your doctor may ask you to stop using it once the eczema clears up and start using it again if symptoms return. Consult your doctor for details.
• Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve after 6 weeks of using this medication or if your condition worsens at any time.
• The weaker product should only be used by children between the ages of 2 and 15 years.

Warnings and Precautions:

• Long-term continuous use of tacrolimus should be avoided because rare cases of skin cancer and lymphoma have occurred during tacrolimus therapy.

ingredients:

• Tacrolimus

Available in two concentrations:

• 1.0% ointment 30 gm.
• 3.0% Ointment 30g