Clinical Trial

A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing the Effectiveness and Safety of Topical Tacrolimus 0.03% Versus Crisaborole 2% in Patients With Mild to Moderate Atopic Dermatitis Over 8 Weeks

Study acronym: eczema
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Summary
This randomized controlled trial compares the effectiveness and safety of topical tacrolimus 0.03% and crisaborole 2% in patients with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis over 8 weeks. Atopic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition affecting quality of life, and steroid-sparing treatments are increasingly preferred due to adverse effects of long-term corticosteroid use. Tacrolimus, a calcineurin inhibitor, and crisaborole, a PDE-4 inhibitor, are both effective alternatives, though tacrolimus may offer greater efficacy while crisaborole has better tolerability. The study will include 70 patients aged 2-20 years, randomized into two groups receiving either treatment. Outcomes will be assessed using EASI score reduction and adverse effects. Data will be analyzed statistically to determine significance. The study aims to generate local evidence to guide treatment decisions and improve management strategies for atopic dermatitis in the Pakistani population.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07519174
Lead Sponsor Foundation University Islamabad
Collaborators: Fauji Foundation Hospital
Conditions Atopic Dermatitis
Enrollment 72 participants
Start Date 2026-06-01
Primary Completion 2026-11-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2027-01-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-09