An open pilot study using tacrolimus ointment in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis

J Am Acad Dermatol. 2003 Jul;49(1):145-7. doi: 10.1067/mjd.2003.450.

Abstract

Seborrheic dermatitis is generally treated with topical steroids, antifungals, or both. This pilot study was undertaken to examine the possibility of tacrolimus as a useful therapy for seborrheic dermatitis. In a single-center, open-label study, 18 consecutive patients with seborrheic dermatitis were treated with 0.1% tacrolimus for a total of 28 days or until complete clearance occurred, if sooner. Of the patients, 11 (61%) showed 100% clearance of their seborrheic dermatitis; the remaining 7 patients showed 70% to 99% clearance. The most common side effects were mild local burning and irritation.

Publication types

  • Clinical Trial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Dermatitis, Seborrheic / drug therapy*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunosuppressive Agents / administration & dosage
  • Immunosuppressive Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Ointments
  • Pilot Projects
  • Recurrence
  • Tacrolimus / administration & dosage
  • Tacrolimus / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Immunosuppressive Agents
  • Ointments
  • Tacrolimus