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Does elidel (pimecrolimus) cream cause constant burning hot sensation in face for more than a day.feels like face is on fire.or it should not.is it a temporary side effect that should subside in less time.
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Sometimes: Sometimes, burning and itching during the first week.
Answered 2/11/2014
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Protopic: Your dr may give you a trial of Protopic ointment. Likely to resolve the problem. Why elidel (pimecrolimus)? You must have something you are treating with the elidel (pimecrolimus).
Answered 6/30/2014
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