Critopic Ointment is a topical medication used to treat eczema in children and adults above 3 years of age. Eczema is a condition in which skin patches become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough.

Critopic Ointment contains Crisaborole, which belongs to the class of phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the chemical substances responsible for inflammation.

Critopic Ointment may cause common side effects, such as itching, dryness, redness, and a burning sensation at the application site. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Critopic Ointment or its components. Do not use Critopic Ointment on thin skin, skin ulcers, broken veins or acne without a doctor's advice. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Critopic Ointment. Keep your doctor informed about your complete medical and medication history to rule out any side effects.

Critopic Ointment consists of Crisaborole, which belongs to the class of phosphodiesterase inhibitors. This medicine has non-steroidal anti-inflammatory properties that help treat skin infections. It works by inhibiting certain chemical substances that are responsible for the cause of inflammation. Thus, Critopic Ointment helps reduce pain and swelling.

• Itching
• Dryness
• Redness
• Burning sensation at the application site
• Hives
   

Discontinue the medicine and inform your doctor if you observe any allergic reactions during the treatment. Critopic Ointment is a topical preparation. Avoid contact with the nose, ears, mouth or eyes as it may irritate. In case of accidental contact, rinse with water thoroughly and consult your doctor for any further treatment. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are a breastfeeding mother before using Critopic Ointment. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 3 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Critopic Ointment may interact with vitamins, herbal supplements and many other medicines. Hence, let your doctor know about your complete history.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interaction found.

• Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
• Avoid harsh products on your skin.
• Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
• Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
• Avoid consuming foods with excess sugar, as it may flare up inflammation.
• Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and fish in your diet.
• Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents and rough fabrics.

Contact your doctor if the bacterial infection symptoms persist or worsen after two weeks of treatment.

Eczema: Also known as atopic dermatitis, is a condition that causes patches of itchy, inflamed, swollen skin. It could occur due to stress, hormonal changes, irritating substances, food allergies, upper respiratory tract infections, or chemicals found in detergents. Symptoms of eczema include itching, red patches, bumps, and scaly skin.