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Picon Cream Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
PIMECROLIMUS-1%W/W
Uses:
Atopic dermatitis (eczema)
Medicinal Benefits:
Picon Cream contains Pimecrolimus is a class of medications called topical calcineurin inhibitors with anti-inflammatory properties, specifically treating inflammation of the skin called atopic dermatitis (eczema). It works by stopping the immune system from producing chemical substances that may cause eczema. When the skin reacts to any type of allergens, such chemical substances are released normally. It acts inside the skin cells that cause inflammation and characteristic redness and itching of eczema. Picon Cream is used to treat swelling, itching, redness, heat, and pain caused due to certain skin problems such as eczema or atopic dermatitis (itchy, cracked, swollen, or rough skin) in children (aged 2 years and above), teenagers, and adults. When used to treat early signs and symptoms, Picon Cream can prevent progression to severe flare-ups.
FAQs
Picon Cream contains Pimecrolimus is an immunosuppressant. It works by suppressing your body’s immune response. It treats an inflammation of the skin called atopic dermatitis (eczema).
You are recommended to use Picon Cream as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 1 week of treatment with Picon Cream, please consult a doctor.
You are recommended to use Picon Cream on the face only if advised by your doctor and not use it for more than 5 days on the face as the skin on the face thins easily. Avoid the use of dressing or bandages on the face.
Picon Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If Picon Cream gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina, rinse with water. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Picon Cream unless advised by the doctor. Do not apply Picon Cream on sunburns, open wounds, lesions and blisters. Do not contact anyone who has shingles, chickenpox, or measles. If you accidentally come in contact with any person having them, please inform your doctor immediately, as it requires special treatment if you have not had these illnesses.
The safety and efficacy of Picon Cream have shown no difference in young and elderly patients. So, Picon Cream can be given to treat skin infections in elderly patients.
You are recommended to cover the treated area of your skin with bandages or dressings only if advised by your doctor else it may increase the risk of side effects.