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If i use elidel (pimecrolimus) once a day for years am i putting myself at increased risk for cancer?

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Dr. Michael Thompson answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Risk/Benefit ratio: All drugs have risks and benefits, even Aspirin and Acetaminophen (tylenol). Medications are used for a benefit which is often very helpful. High benefit may be worth high risk or known side effects (eg chemotherapy). Here is info on Elidel (pimecrolimus) cream: http://www.Ncbi.Nlm.Nih.Gov/pubmedhealth/pmh0045108/#ddic601811.Side_effects_section.

Answered 6/25/2014

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