Question

A patient with atopic dermatitis has a new prescription for pimecrolimus (Elidel). After teaching the patient about the medication, which statement by the patient indicates that further teaching is needed?

Answer 1

Answer:

The statement by the patient which indicates that further teaching is needed is:

What to do if I am facing side effects of the drugs?

Explanation:

Atopic dermatitis: It is the most common form of Eczema and appears as red itchy rash on cheeks, arms and legs. Mostly children suffer from it. It is a chronic condition and may be associated with Asthma and Hay fever.

Note: There is no definite treatment for it but different agents (drugs) along with precautions can alleviate the symptoms.

Pimecrolimus:  It is an immunomodulating agent of calcinuerin inhibitor class used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.