Objective: Assess efficacy and safety of tacrolimus ointment when used in adults with moderate or severe atopic dermatitis. The ointment was applied on the affected skin twice daily for 3 weeks and then once daily until all lesions were cleared

The study was a one arm non-comparative study. The only study medication was Tacrolimus ointment 0.1% (Protopic ® 0.1%).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male or female, any ethnic group, age ≥16
• Moderate to severe atopic dermatitis
• Has given informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Erythroderma
• Pregnant or breast-feeding
• Skin infection on the affected area