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  • Title: [Efficacy of tracrolimus 0.1% ointment in prurigo].
    Author: Lee HH, Sterry W, Worm M.
    Journal: J Dtsch Dermatol Ges; 2005 Sep; 3(9):690-4. PubMed ID: 16173976.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: Potent topical corticosteroids are used the intense pruritus in prurigo diseases. Their long-term application leads to local side effects such as atrophy and telangiectasia. PATIENTS AND METHODS: We treated 6 women (average age 64 years) with chronic prurigo with tacrolimus 0.1 % ointment (Protopic) to evaluate its efficacy in this clinical setting. Tacrolimus 0.1% ointment was applied twice a day for 4 weeks. RESULTS: After one week, both clinical improvement and reduced pruritus were observed in all patients. CONCLUSION: Tacrolimus 0.1% ointment represents a therapeutic option for the treatment of prurigo.
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