Atolimus®


Tacrolimus

Non-steroid (Topical Preparations)



Indication:

Atolimus is a topical immunomodulator that acts at the site of the immune imbalance to stop the redness & itching of skin inflammation.
• Tacrolimus ointment 0.1% and 0.03% ointment can be used for the treatment of moderate to severe Atopic eczema that is unresponsive to conventional therapy.
• Topical tacrolimus is safe therapeutic option for Psoriasis; especially on facial, intertriginous and genital areas.
• Effective for the Vitiligo treatment; successful treatment is possible when combined with other therapy like narrow-band UVB, microtherapy.


Dosage & Administration:

Children aged 2-15 are prescribed 0.03% concentration while those 16 and above may use the 0.1% formulation. This topical prescription therapy should be applied twice a day or as prescribed by physician. ADULT over 16 years initially apply 0.1% ointment thinly twice daily until lesion clears (consider other treatment if eczema worsens or no improvement after 2 weeks); reduce to once daily or switch to 0.03% ointment if condition allows; CHILD 2–16 years, initially apply 0.03% ointment thinly twice daily for up to 3 weeks then reduce to once daily until lesion clears


Preparation:

Atolimus® 0.03% Ointment: Each pack has a tube containing 15 gm of the ointment. Atolimus® 0.1% Ointment: Each pack has a tube containing 15 gm of the ointment.