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A patient with atopic dermatitis has a new prescription for pimecrolimus (Elidel). After teaching the patient about the medication, which statement by the patient indicates that further teaching is needed?

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The statement by the patient which indicates that further teaching is needed is:

What to do if I am facing side effects of the drugs?

Step-by-step explanation:

Atopic dermatitis: It is the most common form of Eczema and appears as red itchy rash on cheeks, arms and legs. Mostly children suffer from it. It is a chronic condition and may be associated with Asthma and Hay fever.

Note: There is no definite treatment for it but different agents (drugs) along with precautions can alleviate the symptoms.

Pimecrolimus: It is an immunomodulating agent of calcinuerin inhibitor class used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis.

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