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Aside from the itching and redness, eczema can disrupt sleep, dictate how you dress, and
lead to infection if not treated. Fortunately, there are a wide variety of treatment options to
manage eczema. For many people, avoiding triggers and using moisturizers aren't enough to
control their condition. Although there's no cure, eczema can be successfully treated with
prescription medications. Here are eczema treatment options you may be using:
| Corticosteroids (steroids) can also be effective in reducing itching and redness associated with eczema. Among these are: |
 Elocon® | Cutivate® | Ultravate® |
| Diprolene® | Aclovate® | Locoid® |
| Dermatop® | Psorcon® | Betamethasone® |
| Mometasone® | Triamcinolone® | Fluocinolone® |
| Hydrocortisone | | |
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| Topical immunomodulators, or TIMs, can help reduce the itching and redness of eczema. TIMs are the newest class of drugs in over 40 years to treat eczema, and they do not contain steroids. TIMs include: |
| Elidel® | Protopic® | |
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| Antihistamines can be used to reduce the itching of an eczema flare-up. However, these eczema treatments can often cause drowsiness. Some oral antihistamines are: |
| Benadryl® | Zyrtec® | |
Cold compresses can be an effective treatment for relief from itching caused by eczema.
Antibiotics are used to treat skin affected by eczema that has become infected. They kill the bacteria causing the infection.
Be sure to use any prescription products properly. Use them only as often and as long as your healthcare provider instructs.
Learn from the experts.
For more suggestions about treating eczema, and more information on eczema treatment options, read the “Eczema Survival Guide,” brought to you by the National Eczema Association, in conjunction with Novartis.
Download your copy now at TreatEczemaNow.com
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