How to treat hypopigmentation caused by the topical Elidel (pimecrolimus)?

Doctor's Answer

Topical elidel is not known to cause hypopigmentation unlike with the use of potent topical steroid creams. It will be good that you return to your original doctor for an assessment to determine the nature and cause of your skin problem.

The principle of managing any drug-associated side effect is to stop using the drug. In most situation, the side effect will spontaneously resolve with time.

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