Pimecrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis User Reviews

• Meano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 25, 2018

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I have atopic dermatitis and I've had it for my whole life. I was miserable so my doctor prescribed me elidel. It made me worse. It made me peel really bad like huge chunks of skin would fall off of my body. It also dried out my skin. I will never use this again."

• Dayraf
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 13, 2017

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I suffer with severe atopic dermatitis. I went to several dermatologist before they could figure out my condition. I tried several creams and ointments but they all burned and made the skin red and swollen. Then it would all flake away n become inflammed again. In 5 days of using elidel my skin is clearer than it's been in months! It doesn't burn going on the skin (I keep it in the fridge) n it feels smooth going on. Definitely apply a moisturizer after application. Elidel has been a God send!! I hope it works for everyone else. Elidel is very expensive."

• Brunn...
• June 13, 2015

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Sudden attacks of agonizing atopic dermatitis that resisted all cortisone creams. My dermatologist prescribed Elidel and it worked! No side effects except my great delight and relief. Now, as another attack has arrived, I paid the outrageous price for a tube, but THAT side effect is small due to its efficacy."

• Jimmi
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2023

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I have seborrheic dermatitis and was prescribed hydrocortisone by my GP at first because he wasn't sure what it was (which did help but it's steroid-based). He referred me to a dermatologist who identified what it really was and he prescribed me Elidel. I did my research on what Elidel is like and I was aware that it's been 'possibly' linked to skin cancer and lymphoma with prolonged use. I used Elidel twice a day for three days and my symptoms have completely disappeared. I'm quite aware that I have the condition for life and I'm expecting the symptoms to return, in which case I'll reuse Elidel for a couple of days. For me personally, 100% successful with no side effects whatsoever. But I do not use it every day, only when necessary. It's also probably worth noting that I have a very mild form of seborrheic dermatitis (i.e., red flushing of the face, neck, and chest). I now look normal again and it's given me my confidence back to be seen out in public once more."

• SteveO
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 9, 2015

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I was getting persistent breakouts (atopic dermatitis) on my face especially after shaving. I first began using prescription strength hydrocortisone cream and other steroid creams, but after a while they lost their effectiveness and began making my skin worse. And it caused thinning of my skin. I eventually started using Elidel and my skin significantly improved right away. Elidel caused no adverse reactions. I barely need to use Elidel anymore. Elidel was initially not covered by my insurance. However, my dermatologist was able to obtain prior authorization by submitting records showing that steroid creams did not work."

• Tommy
• November 19, 2017

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I was prescribed this cream by a consultant dermatologist, I used on my eyebrows on and off for some 5-6months recently my glands on one side of my neck have swollen, I don't have a cold or flu or any other symptoms of any viral infection, apart from a reddening of my throat, GP prescribed some antibiotics which don't seem to of done much, I still have a sharp pain when I breathe in quickly through my nose or lie on that side of my neck in bed I haven't used this since and don't intend using again nor do I trust the pharma industry"

• Florali
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2017

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Elidel, used in conjunction with applying nizoral shampoo on my face for 7 mins every day (as directed by dermatologist - apply twice a week after 7 days), has almost completely cleared the dermatitis on my face & neck within a week. I now look normal and feel like I might finally have my life back again after years of struggling with steroid creams that eventually stopped working & more recently being off work & not leaving the house due to looking like a leper! No burning or stinging for me. Long may this phase continue"

• cathysj
• June 12, 2016

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Unfortunately I am a large breasted woman, breast fed three sons so its no wonder under my breasts became sensitive when I reached my 40s. My primary doctor gave me creams and eventually steroid cream, which also thinned my skin as well (I see others had the same issue) dermatologist gave me Zeasorb powder which strangely enough is sold for athletes foot and then the Elides cream which was 30 bucks for a small tube! However after using it for a week rash is completely gone for the first time in over three years. Next time Ill go right to the dermatologist for skin issues. I had no side effects."

• fferr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 6, 2021

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I am horrified by this cream, I developed a rash on my face all around my eyes from a paint allergy and the doctor gave me this cream. I used it once lightly and an hour later my entire face was burning and eyes were watering non stop. I woke up the next day and my eyes were all swollen and irritated. Rash symptoms were gone but face was now red and swollen. The day after my eyes were still swollen and I can see a red mark on my face that outlines where I had put the cream. I look worse than when I actually had the rash. I am horrified that this is a genuine normal side effect of this cream. Please be careful, I will never ever touch this stuff again."

• Charl...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 27, 2021

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "If you use Elidel to ward off flare ups and keep them controlled until they go away (which they do) then back off on the application until you need it again then this produces the best results. I would never apply this daily unless I had the rash. Once the rash is gone I stop application until another flare up."

• High...
• March 3, 2016

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Dermatologist prescribed Elidel for facial itching, burning, redness plus swelling, dryness, cold sore, especially serious scaling around mouth & on lips. I have had all kinds of skin cancer on face, legs & chest, plus a melanoma on thigh. When I read the side effects on your site & others, I chose not to use Elidel. It was too risky for me. I am an 81-yr-young female. Due to the extreme burning of most of my face, I rubbed it with ICE CUBES which gave me awesome relief, enabled me to sleep without itching & scratching. Outbreak cleared up within 2 weeks."

• Yura
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 2, 2017

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Physician was wary of keeping me on steroids on the face since the dermatitis and eczema was still coming back. She gave me Elidel and it worked really well, things cleared up within a few days. Initial side effects were application burning and itching, but skin got used to it and I don't get that anymore. I kept on it for several weeks and the dermatitis didn't return by itself. I still use it for any missed spots of eczema or dermatitis that flares up. It's safe to use on top of my Avar LS wash, so now lots of my dermatitis and eczema is under control with this combo. A personal positive side effect is that it inhibited hair growth on my upper lip where I used it."

• Anonymous
• May 19, 2018

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I had seborrhoic dermatitis constantly for a number of years, however coming across Elidel cream we have been able to counteract the effects by using an autoimmune cream which’s will rectify the effects of dry/rashly skin."

• Angry...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 13, 2022

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I was prescribed this medicine by my doctor. After, a year of taking this, it caused my hands to be disfigured, discolored, burning, itchy, bleeding, scaly, autoimmune issues, split, cracked, oozing edema, numbness, tingling, red, patchy, asthma, respiratory issues, tiredness, extreme exhaustion, infections, headaches, and large golf ball size lymph nodes. I'm seeking a lawyer, because I'm disabled from this sham of a medication!! It is very dangerous, and yall better stop taking it!"

• Bill
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 21, 2021

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I suffered with itchy, red, flaking skin around my eyelids for years. I had always just used a moisturizer and cortisone to try and keep it in check. I was prescribed Elidel recently and it works great. Initially I could not stand the side effects. Hot/burning/itching sensation after applying a small amount. I would also get a stuffy nose after use. Going into the shower seemed to aggravate the side effects even more with really hot feeling on my eyelids. HOWEVER, after just a couple days usage my eyelids cleared up. Now I only need to use for flare ups. Also, the side effects don’t seem as bad now in subsequent uses….maybe the body adjusts to the med. very happy with the results of this med."

• Anon
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 21, 2021

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Absolutely amazing. Daughter aged 12 has suffered with seborrheic dermatitis for about 3 years. I have tried literally every OTC cream available. Prescription topical steriods do work but only if used almost daily which is not great on such young skin. Was prescribed Elidel by a private dermatologist and told it is slow to work. Day 2 and her skin had almost cleared entirely giving her back her confidence immediately. Not even a week in and applying twice a day she now has clear skin and is so happy. I paid just over £30 on a private prescription and it was worth every penny."

• TEila
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 6, 2020

"If you suffer with atopic dermatitis/ severe eczema, then you should give Pimecrolimus 1% cream a shot. I was prescribed the Pimecrolimus 1% cream, and it started working within a day. The side effects were horrible on day 1 and day 2, but it lessened as the days went by. In a week, I saw huge improvements with my skin. Out of all the prescriptions I've had in the past, I believe this one was the best!"

• Anonymous
• May 3, 2013

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Within twenty four hours of using this cream, I saw significant improvement in my symptoms! Wonder cream, YES!"

• this...
• September 19, 2020

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "I used this product Elidel for about a year and it ended up making everything worse and giving me extreme skin discoloration, now the skin on my face looks like a zebra. Please don't use this."

• Kashif
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 18, 2018

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "Didn’t work. Ended up with severe side effect i.e fever, headache , muscle stiffness, nasal congestion, numbness in hands and legs, heart burning etc."

• Rosy
• February 6, 2016

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "My daughter has been suffering from severe dermatitis for several years. Our doctor recommended Elidel and surprisingly her dermatitis cleared in 2 days."

• Edna
• July 25, 2021

Elidel (pimecrolimus) "My 1 year olds was prescribed Elidel. It made his skin redder, more sensitive to scratches, it looks swollen. After a week of use it looks so much worse than how it was."

• wgroth
• July 18, 2011

"Pimecrolimus seems to work but I have to use it twice a day which is okay. It burned for about the first 2 weeks (I have atopic dermatitis on my eyelids), but it does not burn any more."