|Articles|September 1, 2021
Pharmacy Clinical Pearl of the Day: Atopic Dermatitis
Author(s)Saro Arakelians, PharmD
Atopic dermatitis treatments include creams for itching, calcineurin inhibitors such as Protopic and Elidel, as well as biologics such as Dupixent.
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Clinical Pearl of the Day: Atopic Dermatitis
- Eczema: itchy and red skin
Explanation:
- Atopic dermatitis (eczema) is a condition that makes your skin red and itchy.
- It is common in children but can occur at any age.
- When chronic, it tends to flare up periodically.
- Symptoms include dry skin, itching, red to brownish patches especially on the hands, feet, ankles, wrist, chest, elbows, face, and scalp.
- Treatment includes creams for itching, calcineurin inhibitors such as Protopic and Elidel, as well as biologics such as Dupixent (dupilumab).
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