Food Allergy and Atopic Dermatitis: Fellow Travelers or Triggers?
Food allergy is common among children with atopic dermatitis.
Tacrolimus Pharmacology and Nonclinical Studies: From FK506 to Protopic
Tacrolimus (FK506) is a calcineurin inhibitor with potent immunomodulating properties, it has been marketed worldwide since 1993-1994 for the rejection of liver and kidney transplants (Prograf).
Nonpharmacologic Strategies and Topical Agents for Treating Atopic Dermatitis: An Update
The signs and symptoms of atopic dermatitis can be safely and effectively controlled in most patients; in many cases, the disease can be improved to the point that signs and symptoms are absent or minimal. In addition, flares can be effectively controlled and, in some cases, prevented.
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Pimecrolimus (Elidel, SDZ ASM 981)– Preclinical Pharmacologic Profile and Skin Selectivity
The ascomycin macrolactam derivative pimecrolimus (Elidel, SDZ ASM 981; Novartis Pharma AG, Basel Switzerland) is a cell-selective inhibitor of inflammatory cytokines specifically developed for the treatment of inflammatory skin diseases, such as atopic dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, irritant contact dermatitis, and plaque-type psoriasis.