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Eucrisa

(crisaborole)

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Summary for Eucrisa

Prescription only

Eucrisa (crisaborole) is an ointment that's used to treat eczema for people 3 months and older. The medication is a phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) inhibitor that works to help reduce skin inflammation and itching from eczema. The ointment is usually applied to the affected area(s) of skin twice a day. The most common side effect is burning or stinging on the skin where you apply the medication.

Indications for Eucrisa

Pros and Cons for Eucrisa

Pros

  • Easy-to-apply ointment
  • Safe to use on children as young as 3 months old
  • Can start to see improvement in your skin in about 1 week
  • An alternative to topical steroids to treat eczema

Cons

  • Must use twice daily
  • Can cause pain, burning, or stinging on the skin
  • Not approved for severe eczema
  • No lower-cost generic available

Common Side Effects for Eucrisa

  • Pain, burning, or stinging where the medication is applied (4%)

Warnings for Eucrisa

  • Allergic reactions

Summary for Triamcinolone

Prescription only

Triamcinolone is a topical corticosteroid used to treat different inflammatory skin conditions, like eczema psoriasis, or skin allergies, in adults and children. It works by reducing inflammation, redness, and irritation. The medication is available in various formulations, such as cream, ointment, lotion, and topical spray. Depending on the formulation, it's typically applied between 2 to 4 times a day. Side effects are rare, but can include burning, itching, and dryness at the application site.

Indications for Triamcinolone

  • Inflammatory skin conditions

Pros and Cons for Triamcinolone

Pros

  • Symptoms typically start to improve within a few days
  • Many formulations to choose from, such as ointment, cream, lotion, and spray
  • Might have less side effects compared to oral steroids that you take by mouth

Cons

  • For short-term use only
  • Children might absorb more of this medication, raising the risk of side effects
  • Needs to be applied multiple times a day

Common Side Effects for Triamcinolone

  • Burning
  • Itching
  • Skin irritation
  • Dry skin

Warnings for Triamcinolone

  • Reduced adrenal gland function
  • Skin infection
  • Skin problems

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Eucrisa1 tube / 60g of 2%
$158.48$939.01
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Triamcinolone1 jar / 430g of 0.05%
$68.06$805.38
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