Following are the treatments for a eczema patient:-
1. Use of creams, ointments and shower and bath oils which help to replenish the skin's natural protective oils.
2. Cream or ointment containing a steroid (topical steroid) as prescribed by doctor. These are very effective at reducing inflammation and itch.
3. In moderate to severe atopic eczema, where topical steroid treatment has not worked, your doctor may prescribe a new type of treatment to be applied to the skin (topical treatment). The preparations are made from a type of drug known as immunomodulators (calcineurin inhibitors, eg tacrolimus and pimecrolimus)
4. Antihistamines taken by mouth may be helpful in reducing the itch. Your doctor will advise.
5. If the skin becomes obviously infected, which is more likely as its normal protective surface has been damaged, your doctor will prescribe antibiotics.
6. There are a number of older fashioned remedies which are still effective and may be suggested by your doctor or specialist. For example tars, menthol.
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