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: These are essential for all patients, even during remission.
Prescription topicals are used for acute flare control and proactive maintenance. ATOPIC DERMATITIS THERAPY
: Short (5–10 minute) baths in tepid water with fragrance-free, soap-free cleansers help cleanse and hydrate the skin without causing irritation. 2. Topical Anti-Inflammatory Therapies : These are essential for all patients, even
: At least twice daily, ideally within three minutes of bathing to lock in moisture. low-potency for the face).
: Ointments and creams are generally superior to lotions for barrier repair. Newer formulations may include ceramides or filaggrin breakdown products.
: The first-line therapy for flares. They range from low to ultra-high potency, with selection based on patient age and affected body site (e.g., low-potency for the face).
: These are essential for all patients, even during remission.
Prescription topicals are used for acute flare control and proactive maintenance.
: Short (5–10 minute) baths in tepid water with fragrance-free, soap-free cleansers help cleanse and hydrate the skin without causing irritation. 2. Topical Anti-Inflammatory Therapies
: At least twice daily, ideally within three minutes of bathing to lock in moisture.
: Ointments and creams are generally superior to lotions for barrier repair. Newer formulations may include ceramides or filaggrin breakdown products.
: The first-line therapy for flares. They range from low to ultra-high potency, with selection based on patient age and affected body site (e.g., low-potency for the face).
