Cure for Eczema - Eczema Medication                                                     

 

 

 

There are many types of eczema medications for treating mild to very severe cases of eczema. Below is the list of medication that are commonly used. Ask your doctor or dermatologist about which one is the best Eczema Treatment for you. 

Antibiotics: Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections that develop from over scratching during eczema outbreaks. Antibiotics kill the infection. The prescription may be topical or oral. 

Antihistamines: Antihistamines are given to reduce the itchiness associated with eczema.

Skin Barrier Repair Moisturizers: This type of moisturizers work better than your average daily moisturizers. They are designed to rebuild the skin, while reducing water loss. They also help to reduce burning and itching that associate with eczema. You can find some of skin barrier repair moisturizers over-the-counter, while others require a prescription. Many of the over-the-counter variety contain ceramide, which is a lipid that occurs naturally in the outer layer of skin to assist the skin to form a protective barrier. Skin barrier repair moisturizers help reduce itchiness, dryness, and the thickening of the skin.

Tacrolimus ointment: Tacrolimus ointment is a prescription oilment. Tacrolimus is in a class of medications called topical calcineurin inhibitors. This oilment stops the immune system from producing substances that might cause eczema.

Coal Tar: Coal tar helps to sooth inflamed skin, control itchiness and flaking. Although it is unpleasant to smell and easily stains, it is effective in treating eczema. 

Corticosteroids: Corticosteroids are available both over-the-counter and by prescription. They are the most common eczema medications. Corticosteroids reduce inflammation rapidly. Corticosteroids are applied topically, by pill, liquid, or given through a shot. Be sure to talk to your doctor before taking corticosteroids as there are certain conditions in which you should not take them. You can find Corticosteroids under brand name Cortaid and Cortisone 10.

Cyclosporine: Cyclosporine is used to treat severe and stubborn cases of atopic eczema. It works by suppressing certain white blood cells (the T cells), in turn it stops the over-reacting of the immune system and decreases flare ups. There are severe risk associated with this eczema medication, including cancer, tiredness, tingling and burning of arms and legs, abdominal discomfort, and headache. There is no topical form of the drug. Cyclosporine is taken in liquid or capsule form.

Interferon Gamma: Interferon Gamma is used to treat unremitting and severe eczema. It works by stimulating the body’s immune system. Individuals with atopic eczema produce less interferon gamma then regular people. Patients tend to have decreased amounts of redness, swelling, itching and dryness and the other symptoms associated with eczema after taking inferferon gamma. This treatment is given by injection.

Mycophenolate Mofetil: Mycophenolate Mofetil is used for moderate to severe cases of eczema. It suppress the immune system to prevent immune system from over reacting, which leads to atopic eczema breakouts. This medication can be taken by injection, capsules, tablets and in liquid form. 

Phototherapy: When a doctor prescribe phototherapy to a patient, they expose to UV (ultraviolet) light for a controlled period of time. Two types are used to treat eczema, which are UV light therapy and chemophototherapy (PUVA). 
Phototherapy is used to treat moderate to severe Atopic dermatitis and Contact dermatitis. It also helps to cure eczema related bacteria infections, as well as significantly decrease the need for the use of topical corticosteroids. However, phototherapy does have risk, UV light contributes to skin cancer and age the skin prematurely. 

There are many new eczema medications and treatments available to fight eczema. Despite all the new products, steroids are still used most often. Talk to your doctors about these alternate eczema medications and treatments, especially when you are currently getting poor results. One of the above might just work for you. Remember be informed and don’t give up. There are also many natural remedies you can find on the market that might help you fight this skin disorder.