Key facts about Crisaborole
What dosages is Crisaborole available in?
Crisaborole is available as a 2% topical ointment.
What is Crisaborole used for?
Crisaborole is a PDE4 inhibitor and is used to treat mild-to-moderate eczema.
How does Crisaborole work?
Crisaborole is a phosphodiesterase4 enzyme (PDE4) inhibitor. PDE4 is a protein that controls inflammation in your body, and it’s more active in your skin cells when you have eczema. By blocking PDE4, Crisaborole helps treat eczema by lowering inflammation, itching, and redness.
How do I take Crisaborole?
Crisaborole is typically applied twice daily on any areas of your skin affected by eczema.
Is it safe for me to take Crisaborole?
Crisaborole is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Crisaborole Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Crisaborole:
- Application site pain, burning, or stinging
Crisaborole Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Crisaborole. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
Allergic reaction: itchy red rash (hives), shortness of breath, chest tightness, swelling of lips, tongue, or face
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Crisaborole
There are no major drug interactions listed for Crisaborole. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking.
Who makes Crisaborole?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Crisaborole safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Crisaborole can harm your unborn baby. Crisaborole should only be used during pregnancy if the benefit to you is worth the possible risk to your baby.
