Pimecrolimus topical for Eczema User Reviews (Page 2)

• Dan...
• September 10, 2015

Pimecrolimus topical "I started using Elidel about a month ago after being diagnosed with eczema on my face, arms, and shoulders, and after topical corticosteroid creams failed to work. Elidel cleared up my skin very nicely. This summer has been very hot and humid where I live, so my skin has had quite a few breakouts. As long as I used the Elidel at least twice a day, my eczema remains under control. The only side effect I have noticed is a warming sensation on my face, but I can live with that. Elidel is by far the best product I have used, and thankfully I have a drug plan where I work because it is expensive."

• Phi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 29, 2021

Pimecrolimus topical "Amazing. Have had seborrheic dermatitis on face, scalp, ears, chest, and butt crack for years. Used moderate-strength steroid for a week or two every month (not ideal on face and around eyes) to control it, but it kept flaring up a week or so after stopping. Had Elidel for 2 months, only used half a tube (7.5g approx), and symptoms settled with no side effects. Only need to use it one or two days a week to keep it under control without the need for any steroid!"

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 2, 2021

Pimecrolimus topical "Eczema on my hips for the past 23 plus years, and it was always manageable with different creams. But with all the TV commercials saying meds are out there for eczema, I decided to visit my dermatologist and ask for help so when I had a flare, I didn't have to use steroids. I tried Eucrisa, which was decent but messy (an expensive version of Vaseline). I asked for something else, and he offered Elidel. After two days, I was so itchy, but I managed to give it 7 days, and I just can't do it anymore. One week was too much, and my patches are redder and angrier... Elidel did NOTHING for my eczema, not a darn thing... no side effects, not better, just itchier and drier like I was using nothing! Had to go back to my regular reliable creams and occasional steroids."

• Ksd...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 19, 2020

Pimecrolimus topical "After daily use of topical steroids (was told I needed topical steroids by doctors to treat this milk protein-related rash as an infant) for 40 years, I started topical steroid withdrawal at the advice of my daughter, who covered it in med school. I used Elidel for a couple of years off and on, then stopped for several months. Recently, I tried using it again, and I've had severe swelling in my face, raised lymph nodes under my arms. I believe my skin is looking for the Elidel, however, this time using it, it hasn't been effective. Find your allergy/irritant and stay away from this demonic medication and topical steroids."

• So...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 20, 2023

Pimecrolimus topical "Using it for the treatment of dermatitis around my mouth. It has only been about a week, but it appears to be clearing up. I have tried hydrocortisone, Aklief, Mupirocin, and Metrogel before to no avail. No reported side effects."

• Abs...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 20, 2018

"Been using cream since I was about 8 years old after other creams failed to work, and I had to see a specialist. I am now 18 and still using Elidel. My eczema flares up with stress, and Elidel keeps it under control during these times, the rest of the time, I use a moisturizer. I still have outbreaks but have found other ways to cope to keep my eczema at a moderate level. When I first started the cream, it had a burning sensation, but I no longer experience this."

• S_K...
• April 12, 2021

Pimecrolimus topical "I have suffered from eye eczema since 2016. It came on during a period where I was very depressed. I have tried everything OTC, costing hundreds. Emollients make the condition worse, especially paraffin-based. I was prescribed Elidel as nothing else has worked. I have a red rash, scaling, peeling raised rash, and discoloration. I tried Elidel around my eyes alone and noticed it does cause soreness. I have started to apply it with hydrocortisone ointment (not hydrocortisone cream, can make skin more sore, especially if it is already irritated), although this isn't ideal. I apply it twice a day and do not use anything else while treating eczema, including other moisturizers. Use Elidel alone once the rash and other symptoms clear, then proceed with moisturizers. Keep an eye to ensure it doesn't enter the eyes, as this will make it worse. Overall, it's fantastic and the only one that clears it up. Check all creams and soaps, etc. If you can go without the suspected products, you’ll notice a difference."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 28, 2023

"Started using this, and within 3 days, I had all the symptoms that were described in the brochure about side effects. My wife also had all the same symptoms. It's been over a week, and I still feel like crap. I would think twice about using this product. At $106 per tube and feeling this bad is not worth it. It did nothing."

• Amy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 25, 2023

Pimecrolimus topical "Amazing! I had major breakouts around my lips, upper lip, eyelids, under my eyes, and all around my face. After using Elidel, within 4 days I’ve seen a HUGE improvement. With eczema, it comes and goes. Not this time, been using it for about a month now and I can say gladly I had no flare-ups, and my face is clear. Using the cream did make me feel a bit nauseous."

• Oba...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 12, 2021

Pimecrolimus topical "Had severe weeping eczema covering nearly the entirety of my face for over 4 months. I tried topical steroids, diets, etc., but nothing worked. After using Elidel cream for only 3 days, as well as constantly washing my face, my eczema nearly entirely disappeared!"

• LER...
• April 27, 2017

Pimecrolimus topical "I have developed eczema around my eyes for the last two years. Elidel burns my skin, makes my eyes water, and makes my nose run. In other words, it makes it worse for me."

• Gue...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 16, 2013

Pimecrolimus topical "Used for eyelid eczema twice daily for 8 years."

• and...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• September 25, 2014

Pimecrolimus topical "Used Elidel for 10 years. In days, flare-ups would clear up. Side effects: skin would feel hot. After 10 years, my body built up a tolerance and doesn't really work anymore."

• Itc...
• June 17, 2017

Pimecrolimus topical "I've suffered from facial eczema for many years now. Within 2 days of starting Elidel, I began to see clearing. After 1 week, my skin looks healthy again. Works great and stops the itch!"

• Anonymous
• March 27, 2009

Pimecrolimus topical "Seems to be clearing up the skin pretty fast so far, but it does burn. Anyway, I can deal with that, as long as it clears up the skin."

• Kec...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2018

Pimecrolimus topical "Cleared up my toddler's eczema around his eye after steroids failed. Occasionally, when it comes back, I use Elidel at the first sign, and within two days, it's healed. Works for us!"

• Noe...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• May 28, 2012

Pimecrolimus topical "My sister had eczema, and when she used it, everything went away. Simple!"

• Anonymous
• November 29, 2009

Pimecrolimus topical "I have used this product, and it did not work for me. My condition was later in life (24 years of age). I hope this helps."

• Anonymous
• September 8, 2016

Pimecrolimus topical "Elidel is the best! The only product that finally worked in my case. I am using it since 2007 and love it!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 18, 2021

Pimecrolimus topical "This cream is amazing. With severe facial eczema, this cream completely cleared it."

• BZa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• October 2, 2017

Pimecrolimus topical "This did not work at all."

• and...
• July 11, 2021

Pimecrolimus topical "It works great for me, everyone on here is saying how it sucks for them, but I put a little on my cheeks and rub it in, and it works fine."

• oup...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 14, 2018

Pimecrolimus topical "Eczema cleared up within 2 weeks."

• Mar...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 29, 2020

Pimecrolimus topical "Elidel works well on the bubbly, oozing breakouts. Nips them in the bud. Use as needed. But if I use it around my neck and shoulders, I will have muscle soreness/stiffness in that area."

• jam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2019

Pimecrolimus topical "It is very effective."