What Is Protopic 1mg Used For?
Protopic 1mg Ointment is a prescription medication that is applied to the skin (topically) to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis). Protopic 1mg Ointment belongs to a class of medications known as topical calcineurin inhibitors. It is intended for adults and children aged 2 and up who do not have a weakened immune system. Protopic 1mg ointment is available for purchase at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.
What Is The Composition of Protopic 1mg Ointment?
Protopic 1mg ointment contains 1.0 mg of tacrolimus as tacrolimus monohydrate (0.1%) as the active ingredient.
How Does Protopic 1mg Ointment Work?
Protopic 1mg ointment is a topical macrolide immunosuppressant that works by decreasing the cell activity in the body’s immune system which helps to slow down the growth of atopic dermatitis (eczema) on your skin. Protopic 1mg ointment is used short-term to treat moderate to severe eczema in adults and children at least 2 years old.
How To Use Protopic 1mg Ointment
• Apply a thin layer of Protopic 1mg to the affected areas of skin, apply it twice daily or apply as directed by your doctor.
• Rub Protopic 1mg into the skin gently and completely.
How Long Does It Take For Protopic 1mg Ointment to Start Working?
Protopic 1mg ointment starts to work immediately but it may take a week to see improvement in the affected skin area.
What Are The Sides Effects Of Protopic 1mg?
Sides effect include;
• Headache
• Acne,
• Small red bumps on the skin
• Stomach upset
• Flu-like symptoms which include fever, chills, runny nose, sore throat, and muscle aches.
• Increased sensitivity of the skin to hot, cold, pain or touch may also occur
How Long Can I use Protopic 1mg Ointment?
Protopic 1mg ointment is intended to be used for a short period of time (up to six weeks). Protopic 1mg should not be used every day over a long period of time
Where Can I Buy Protopic 1mg?
Buy Protopic 1mg at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
