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crisaborole topical: Dosing and Uses

 

Classes: Dermatologics, Other

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Dosing and uses of Crisaborole topical

 

Atopic Dermatitis

Pending FDA approval for mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis

 

Pharmacology of Crisaborole topical

Mechanism of action

Phosphodiesterase (PDE)-4 inhibitor; allows for cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) to remain intact in order to decrease the proinflammatory response (eg, cytokine release) associated with atopic dermatitis