Loprolif 0.03% Cream
Brand Name | Loprolif 0.03% Cream |
Salt Composition |
Tacrolimus (0.03%w/w) |
Strength | 0.03%w/w |
Product Form | Cream |
Pack | 10 gm in 1 Tube |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Category |
Immunosuppressant |
SubCategory |
Immunosuppressant |
Country of Origin | India |
Manufacturer |
East West Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
Manufacturer/Marketer Address | East West Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd, 2nd Cross St, No. 10, Maravaneri, Salem, Tamil Nadu 636007. |
You Save : Rs.28.00 Inclusive of all taxes
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Tacrolimus
- It is contraindicated to use this medicine in children who are below 2 years of age
- Burning sensation
- Pruritus
- Skin erythema
- Headache
- Irritation
- Is Loprolif Cream safe?
- Can I stop taking Loprolif Cream when the symptoms are relieved?
- Does Loprolif Cream cause cancer?
- The use of this medicine increase the risk of developing lymphoma, and skin cancer
- Do not use this medicine along with occlusive dressing
- Do not apply for this medicine in the areas of active cutaneous viral infection
- The use of this medicine may cause acute renal failure
- The use of this medicine is associated with the development of lymphadenopathy
- You have an allergy to the composition of the medicine
- You are using concomitant medication
- You have a history of skin infection
- You have irritation after applying the cream
- Stored at 10-30°C room temperature.
- Protect from light and heat.
- Keep away from children and pets. Otherwise, it becomes toxic to them.
- Disposed of properly in a suitable bag
- Loprolif Cream contains Tacrolimus (0.03% w/w) an Immunosuppressant used to treat eczema (Atopic dermatitis).
- It produces its action by reducing the activity of our immune system which is responsible for inflammation in your skin.
- It is used for external applications only
- Do not apply this medicine to the dry, unbroken skin
- Avoid getting contact with the eyes, mouth, and nose
- Kindly consult with your doctor if you have experience burning, itching, and redness
- Wash your hands before or after the application of the cream
Medical Description of Loprolif 0.03% Cream
Loprolif Cream contains Tacrolimus (0.03% w/w) an Immunosuppressant used to treat eczema (Atopic dermatitis). It produces its action by reducing the activity of our immune system which is responsible for inflammation in your skin. This also helps to get relief from itching and improves rashes in atopic dermatitis.
Loprolif 0.03% Cream Uses
Loprolif Cream is used in the treatment of atopic dermatitis
Loprolif 0.03% Cream Benefits
Atopic dermatitis
It is also called eczema. It is a skin condition that causes itching and inflammation. It is gene variation that affects the skin's ability to provide protection and gets affected by environmental factors, irritants, and allergens. Symptoms include dry skin, itching, scaly skin, sensitive and swollen skin.
Loprolif 0.03% Cream Indication
The Loprolif Cream is prescribed for the following indications as atopic dermatitis
Mechanism of action of Loprolif 0.03% Cream
Loprolif Cream contains Tacrolimus 0.03% w/w is an Immunosuppressant that produces its action by decreasing your body's immune cells that cause inflammation in your skin. This also helps to relieve itching and improves rashes that occur due to atopic dermatitis.
How Loprolif 0.03% Cream works
Loprolif Cream contains Tacrolimus 0.03% w/w is an Immunosuppressant that produces its action by decreasing your body's immune cells that cause inflammation in your skin. This also helps to relieve itching and improves rashes that occur due to atopic dermatitis.
Loprolif 0.03% Cream Contraindication
Loprolif 0.03% Cream Side Effects
FAQs for Loprolif 0.03% Cream
Yes, it is safe to apply for this medicine if you have taken the medicine as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor if you have experienced any side effects.
No, you should not stop the medicine; you should complete the course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor
Long-term use may increase the risk of lymph nodes tumors called lymphoma. Kindly consult with your doctor if your symptoms have not improved.
Precautions and general warning of Loprolif 0.03% Cream
Alcohol
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established
Driving or operating machinery
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established
Pregnancy
The use of this medicine is considered unsafe during pregnancy because it may produce harmful effects on the fetus. Kindly consult with your doctor
Breast Feeding
The use of this medicine is considered safe during breastfeeding because it does not excrete via breast milk. Kindly consult with your doctor
Kidney Problem
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established
Liver Disease
Since it is used for external applications no interaction was established
How to Take Loprolif 0.03% Cream
This medicine is used for external applications. Follow the direction mentioned on the label if you did not understand the application kindly ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain the details.
Clean the affected area with water and allow them to dry. Wash your hands before and after you applied the cream.
Use of Loprolif 0.03% Cream in Adult
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an adult patient if the drug is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Loprolif 0.03% Cream in children
It is considered unsafe to use this medicine in children who are below 2 years old. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Use of Loprolif 0.03% Cream in Elderly Patients
It is considered to be safe to use this medicine in an elderly patient if the drug is prescribed by a doctor. Kindly consult with your doctor.
Other general warnings
Talk to your doctor if
General instructions
Tacrolimus (0.03% w/w) is an Immunosuppressant used to treat eczema (Atopic dermatitis). It produces its action by reducing the activity of our immune system which is responsible for inflammation in your skin. This also helps to get relief from itching and improves rashes in atopic dermatitis.
Drug Interaction of Loprolif 0.03% Cream
Drug-Drug Interaction
Since it is used for external applications there is less chance of interacting with other drugs. If you are taking any concomitant medication kindly consult with your doctor
Drug-Food Interaction
No data is available. Consult with the doctor
Drug-Disease Interaction
Immunosuppression
Therapy should be administered with caution because the use of calcineurin inhibitors increases the risk of infections, lymphomas, and skin malignancies
Skin malignancies
The use of calcineurin inhibitors should be avoided in any skin condition because it increases the systemic absorption of the medication when there is a skin barrier defect.
Over Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor don’t overdose on the medicine. If you have taken an overdose on this medicine immediately meet the doctor and rush to the nearby hospital.
Missed Dose
Take the medicine as directed by the doctor. Do not skip the medicine, if you forgot to take the medicine or missed the dose. It is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Don’t take the extra dose take the regular dose immediately. Don’t use the two-dose at one time (Double Dose).
Storage and Disposal
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