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GlossaryPimecrolimus

topical medication for treating inflammatory skin conditions like eczema

Pimecrolimus, also known by the brand name Elidel, is a topical medication used to treat inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema (atopic dermatitis). It works by inhibiting calcineurin, which reduces the activity of T-cells in the immune system, thereby decreasing inflammation and the immune response in the skin.

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research Internal Medicine: Retrospective Review of 120 Patients Over a 10-Year Period

July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

Certain drugs can cause skin lupus, but stopping the drug usually helps. Vaccines work against smallpox, genital herpes, and a type of human papillomavirus. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. Certain treatments work for psoriasis and dermatitis. A specific cream effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Low iron levels aren't directly linked to chronic hair loss.

research Sensitive Scalp: Diagnosis and Practical Management

1 citations, December 2022 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas”

Sensitive scalp causes discomfort and hair loss, treated with personalized care.

research Hyperpigmentation Following Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia

5 citations, November 2013 in “Case reports in dermatology”

A woman's skin darkened after using dutasteride and pimecrolimus for hair loss, but improved when she stopped the medications and protected her skin from light.

research Comparison of Treatment with Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% and Topical Pimecrolimus 1% in Alopecia Areata

13 citations, July 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment”

Clobetasol and pimecrolimus are similarly effective for alopecia areata, but pimecrolimus has fewer side effects and is preferred for long-term use.

research Lack of Response of Alopecia Areata to Pimecrolimus Cream

26 citations, March 2007 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

Pimecrolimus cream is not effective for treating alopecia areata.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 6 months ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.