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Elidel for rosacea?

Elidel for rosacea?

Is Elidel appropriate and useful in treating rosacea?  What are the advantages of prescribing it over, say, MetroGel or MetroCream?  Thanks.
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As a non-steroid, Elidel is suitable for treating rosacea patients who need a cream to reduce inflammation, because steroids can aggravate rosacea.  However, Elidel does not treat rosacea itself.  Metonidazole (and others) are better choices.

Best.

Dr. Rockoff
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