Tacrolimus topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Laz...
• December 12, 2015

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I'm on Protopic 0.1% for only two days, and it has helped a lot, I think, in a week of daily usage two times per day, my AD will be gone. It has made HUGE improvement already. Only the first time made my skin abnormally itchy, as well as a burning sensation followed, but on my second day, these bad sensations have decreased a lot, only itches a bit. I really am excited about this medication, very grateful to the doctor who prescribed Protopic. I feel really happy at the moment, after years and years of depressed mood and damaged skin."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 29, 2017

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I have AD on my eyelids and under the eyes and around my mouth. My dermatologist prescribed me this medication today, and I put it on 2 hours ago. After those two hours, the areas where I put on Protopic felt like they were on fire. I hopped into the shower to wash my face, and to my surprise, the burning didn't subside. As I am typing this, I'm sitting in front of my fan and patting my face with a wet washcloth when it feels like it's burning. I can't describe the amount of pain I feel at the moment, but I will stick with the cream because it is my only option at the moment. I'll check back if the burning subsides."

• Lil...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 23, 2019

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "Since my daughter was born, she had red, itchy skin. I never knew what it was, but after talking to many people and taking her doctors and trying to find anything to give her relief without harming her skin, her doctor finally recommended Protopic at the age of 3. They actually recommended that earlier, but after reading black box warnings, etc., I was afraid to use it, so I didn’t. Fast forward about a year and a half, and after using Protopic for about two years now, it is the best thing that I have done. It keeps her eczema at bay, and it has changed both her life and my life for the best. Thank you to the makers of Protopic for giving both of us a normal life again. I am sharing this experience to help mothers with children that have this similar problem, as it has tremendously helped me. I can’t be happier with the results. I use the 0.03% that is for children up until the age of 15. Thank you!"

• Anonymous
• August 6, 2011

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I had a severe skin infection on the head of my penis, which was horrible. It hurt to pee, move around, even walking was a challenge. After trying to use a regular hand cream that did not work, I paid a visit to the dermatologist. I was then given several samples of Protopic. After about a week of following dosage and prescription, my penis was healed and ready. I recommend this product to people who have been prescribed it and advise using it as directed."

• Jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 31, 2020

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I have had severe eczema just above my upper lip for three years. It has been awful and painful, and I finally sought out a dermatologist after it started getting even worse recently. Protopic has changed my life! It did feel uncomfortably hot and itchy for the first few days, but it’s not bad at all - very bearable. I recommend not reading up on it and scaring yourself and just trying it because chances are you will feel very mild side effects."

• sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 24, 2018

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I was prescribed Protopic for contact dermatitis on my face. The pharmacist said it would burn a bit but subside, and eventually, after a few days, would not burn anymore. I was a little scared, so I tested it on a small patch and waited 5 minutes. Nothing happened, so I put the cream on all of my patches (50% of my face). Then, 30 minutes later, the intense burn started. After 30 minutes of intense burning, I rinsed the cream off with cold water. But the burning sensation remained. I ended up putting ice on my face for 5 hours until I could tolerate a wet towel to go to sleep. I almost went to the hospital, the burn was so intense. I woke up 2 hours later and removed the wet towel, and I was no longer burning, but my skin was emitting a lot of heat. I slept 2 more hours with minimal clothing and sheets and woke up to normal skin. Some of my rashes are 50% better after that one application, but I am NEVER putting that cream on again. I’d rather itch."

• Jos...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 2, 2023

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I had eczema on the back of my neck and around my eyes/on my forehead for years. The only thing I could use to control it was steroid creams until I was given Protopic. I cannot tell you how grateful I am for this cream. The first night I used it, I was itching all night and felt a slight burning sensation, however, the second time I used it, I felt no side effects at all, and my skin had improved 90%. I continued to use it for a week, and my eczema had gone completely for what felt like the first time in my life. I now use it once a week to prevent flare-ups. You must give this a try!"

• Rob...
• July 9, 2016

For Atopic Dermatitis "I have used tacrolimus for a year now. My doctor switched me from steroid creams because I refused to use it due to how damaging it was to my skin. This stuff works great. I find it works just as well as steroid creams, if not better, and comes with the added benefit of not destroying the skin. Also, I've noticed once I stop using the cream after a flare-up, my eczema doesn't come back in a more aggressive form that sometimes happens with steroid-based creams. I will say though, this stuff makes you itch like crazy. Drive you insane type of itch. Sometimes I hold on for a couple of hours, then have to wash the affected skin to remove it. But if you can resist the itch, the next day brings wonders, and a couple of days brings clear skin."

• ato...
• February 28, 2013

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I started using Protopic on Dec. 1st and alternating it with Desoximetasone per my doctor's orders. At first, the dermatitis cleared up on my hands (that would crack and bleed, and then the skin would get hard and peel off, and once it peeled off, the new skin was very tender and there was a lot of pain. Once I started using Protopic-the condition seemed to clear up 90% but never 100%-well, here it is Feb. 28th, and I have spent the entire week since Sunday in bed. I have every side effect listed-my hands itch like crazy, have a headache (worst I have ever had), my flu-like symptoms are the chills, runny nose (have gone through 2 boxes of Kleenex), sore throat. Hurts to swallow, muscle pains. Absolutely no energy/unusual tiredness."

• lif...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 27, 2024

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "A 45-year-old woman who has chronic eczema flares on my face, neck, and eyes worsening with perimenopause. I have used steroid cream historically on my body, but not on my face. I developed steroid-induced acne rosacea, followed by daily flares. Eventually, I was referred to a dermatologist who prescribed Protopic 0.03% to use daily on my face and neck. Having read reviews, I expected to be in agony, but apart from a slight flushing (nothing like the pain of a flare), within days my flares had subsided. I'm 6 weeks into using it and my life has changed for the better. I can now wear makeup that I never used to, even some perfumes. My skin looks clearer - I've never seen it so well-controlled. I hope this works for you because I've tried everything before this, including 3 months on antibiotics (oxytetracycline, lymecycline), which made me itch all over. I used to take antihistamines (fexofenadine) daily, so that I couldn't prevent flares. Now, I don't need to take them."

• Rel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 18, 2018

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "My experience was similar to those described on this blog: I had a severe patch of AD on my elbow and behind my knee. Day 1, initial application did result in a burning sensation and intense itchiness at times, which in my case lasted 24 hours or so. I strongly recommend persisting with the product past this difficult first phase because these irritating side effects subside soon after. Cold compresses, by the way, definitely help with the itch. By the end of Day 2, I started to see a significant difference/clearing in the affected areas, and by the end of Day 4, my AD was almost completely healed. This drug is an absolute godsend and an amazing medical innovation. The only con is the greasiness of the ointment, but it is a small price to pay for relief from this chronic and often debilitating skin condition."

• She...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 28, 2018

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "This is a miracle drug! I have seen 10 doctors (4 specialties), and no one could help with 15+ creams and oral meds. Finally, a new allergist prescribed Protopic with triamcinolone cream combined. It burned like hell for 1-2 days, then that resolved along with this horrible skin condition I have dealt with for about 8 months! I’ve been on it 8 days. I’m thinking I can maybe taper down to a few times a week now. This has changed my life back to the way it was before the rash."

• Ao1...
• December 5, 2017

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I tried everything for my eczema, it started around my eyes, then spread to my face and neck. I really didn’t want to use medications, so I tried various diets, cleanses, acupuncture, and vitamins. I suffered for a whole year and spent thousands of dollars on other treatments. Finally, I gave in and went to the derm. He gave me Protopic. The first time I used it, it burned like hell, but I kept it on anyhow. After two applications, my eczema has cleared! It’s been two months, and I’ve only had to use it 2 or 3 times as maintenance, and I have clear skin. It works!"

• kie...
• February 6, 2015

For Atopic Dermatitis "On day number 5 now of using 0.1% strength, and I am amazed! I have been suffering with severe facial atopic eczema for over 10 years now, and I am only 22. Having tried various light treatment courses, steroid tablets, creams, and ointments, and 'heavy' medicines such as Cyclosporin, Azathioprine, and other immune suppressants to no avail, my dermatologist suggested Protopic. It burned like hell for a good 2 days straight, and I didn't really sleep at all due to the pain, but I was told that could happen and so persevered. Now, after only 5 days, my face is starting to clear up. The skin feels healthier, and the burning is almost gone. My advice is to stick with it as it is the only thing that has worked for me!"

• Les...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 24, 2019

Tacrolimus topical "After 10 years of steroid cream, I had finally sunk into depression with facial psoriasis. No creams seemed to work. I have been prescribed them all and bought very expensive products for my face, and still, I looked like someone had put cigarettes out all over my face-bright red, raw marks. It ate up every bit of confidence I had, so the doctor prescribed this wonderful Protopic stuff. After just two uses, I started to see dramatic changes, psoriasis started to fade. Yes, it burned a little, but the burning was nothing compared to the years of hiding away or applying thick layers of makeup and becoming a recluse due to my skin condition. This is by far the best cream I have ever used. I highly recommend it-what have you got to lose?"

• Soo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 23, 2020

Tacrolimus topical for Perioral Dermatitis "I've had this dermatitis stuff on my face for 3 months. Scaling, lesions, red scales, and bumpy texture. I exhausted all the zoles and every treatment under the moon! After 1 day, major improvement and scales are coming off, red areas are lighter and no longer burning. With seborrheic dermatitis, burning is constant, so after reading the reviews, I was scared to say the least. However, I had no burning, no tears, no jumping up and down in pain! Don't let the negative reviews scare you! Just try it!"

• 123...
• April 26, 2016

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "First time I used it on a single small white spot of my vitiligo. After an hour or two, every part of my body started itching, had tingling sensations, skin got super red, and hives appeared everywhere. Never again. Can't wait for the side effects to go away."

• Anonymous
• November 28, 2016

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "Used this for my eczema around my mouth, instant regret as soon as I applied it. Washed it off immediately, but it continued to burn for 3 days. It was red in that area for a few days too. In the shower, and every time I breathed out of my nose, the heat seemed to ignite the burning. It was torture!"

• Juk...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 12, 2018

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "Miracle! Struggled with swollen, itchy eyes for over a month. Miserable! I would come home and use cold cloths on my eyes most nights. One application. I could feel a difference, and the next day I felt human, and it was so much better. Yes, it burned at the start, which lasted about 1/2 hour, but considering what I had been dealing with, no big deal. The next day, you do get a warm sensation, but it was odd, not uncomfortable. Truly a godsend!"

• DDB...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 16, 2020

For Atopic Dermatitis "I had a case of dermatitis on my left lower eyelid. I had no idea what it was, I just knew that it was itchy, swollen, and ugly. I finally saw my dermatologist, and she prescribed tacrolimus 1% ointment to use twice daily. I got the prescription on a Monday and started using it twice daily on that area. The first day was horrible, about an hour after using it, that area where applied was burning and itching so bad. I thought it was the worst product ever. It did the same thing the next day. If you get this medication, just do your best to keep using it, the dermatitis was all cleared up by Thursday night. I would definitely recommend it, but be aware of some of the side effects. Maybe you will be lucky with no side effects. I hope this review helps someone."

• bny...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 25, 2020

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "I had some eczema on my ears, eyelids, neck, and forehead that I didn't want to use steroids on. So I asked my doctor for a Protopic script. My insurance wouldn't approve it, so I said whatever and paid $150 for a 60 gram tube. I'm so glad I did, as this is some great stuff and a little goes a long way. I experienced what a lot of the other reviewers did: burning and itching upon the first applications. For me personally, the itching/burning lasted a night (8 hours), it wasn't enough discomfort to make me stop using it, though I can see it being an issue for someone with really sensitive skin. After that, it cleared my face up very quickly-2 to 3 days. TIP: If you're gonna use it on multiple spots, just start on one or two and then add in extra spots as you get used to it. This way, you're not getting itchy all over at once."

• Anonymous
• July 27, 2011

Tacrolimus topical for Atopic Dermatitis "Protopic ointment was fantastic for me, a lifelong sufferer of atopic dermatitis. After applying a very thin amount on the affected areas of my skin, once a day for a few days, the rash began to clear and continued to get better without further applications. To my surprise, the rash then popped up in new areas to a limited extent, but after one or two applications of Protopic on these new places, they disappeared also. I soon got rid of all the areas of atopic dermatitis. My friends couldn't believe it! They wanted some to make their skin as lovely as mine (though of course that wouldn't work because they didn't have the same problem). However, if it doesn't work for you, stop using it. Individual response may vary."

• EED...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 21, 2021

For Perioral Dermatitis "My perioral dermatitis began as a few small papules in the corner of my mouth. I started using a corticosteroid on it that I’d been prescribed for a different skin issue, and it went away… then came back a bit worse… and so began the cycle. I soon learned that I SHOULD NOT HAVE USED A CORTICOSTEROID!!! By the time I got to my Dr, the papules had changed to dry, red, patchy skin around my mouth and chin. He prescribed Tacrolimus 0.1%. The warnings kind of scared me, but I used it carefully and sparingly. The first night it tingled and itched, but the difference after 3 days was amazing! After 3 days of usage, I haven’t had any burning, redness is now minimal, and it looks like my dermatitis will be gone in another 3-4 days. I will say that my skin constantly feels warm and tingly, it’s not unpleasant though."

• Ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 3, 2021

Tacrolimus topical "My dermatologist prescribed Protopic for my vaginal lichen planus. The first application resulted in severe itching. The next days were unbearable. I couldn't go to the bathroom because of severe pain. It seems my skin is burned and the pain is all over the region. For now, I use a repairing cream, and I'll give it another try in 10 days. I am jealous of people that have never experienced the side effects. They cannot be described with words."

• Dav...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 28, 2017

For Atopic Dermatitis "I've been using Protopic and tacrolimus for many years, and like most users, the first time I applied Protopic, the itching and the burning were crazy. But you get over that in a day or two and realize this ointment is a lifesaver. In fact, it is the only medicine that clears my face, and I've tried them all..."