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Eczema

Eczema is a group of itchy inflammatory skin conditions in which barrier dysfunction causes dryness, irritation and recurrent flares.

Aristocort

Triamcinolone

4mg

Triamcinolone 4mg tablets, used for inflammatory skin conditions, eczema and psoriasis. A synthetic corticosteroid taken by mouth rather than applied.

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Betnovate

Betamethasone

0.1%

Betamethasone 0.1% cream, applied to the skin for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical corticosteroid acting at glucocorticoid receptors.

From$1.63/ creamView

Fusiderm B

Betamethasone, Fusidic Acid

2/0.12%

Fusiderm B is betamethasone with fusidic acid as a cream for eczema and dermatitis, a potent steroid alongside an antibacterial agent.

From$21.46/ tubeView

Synalar

Fluocinolone Acetonide

0.025%

Fluocinolone acetonide 0.025% cream, applied to the skin for eczema and psoriasis. A potent synthetic corticosteroid that crosses into the cell.

From$18.70/ tubeView

Temovate

Clobetasol

15 · 30g

Clobetasol cream in 15g and 30g tubes, applied for psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis. A potent corticosteroid that damps the local immune response.

From$7.79/ tubeView

Desonate Cream

Desonide

10g

Desonide cream in a 10g tube, applied for atopic dermatitis and eczema. A low-potency topical corticosteroid, anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic.

From$17.00/ tubeView

Diprolene

Betamethasone

0.1%

Betamethasone as a 0.1% cream for eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. A potent topical steroid that damps the local immune response and swelling.

From$7.01/ tubeView

Cutivate

Fluticasone

10 · 20g

Fluticasone propionate cream and ointment in 10g and 20g tubes, applied for atopic dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema. A potent topical corticosteroid.

From$29.75/ tubeView

Key points

  • Daily fragrance-free moisturising and gentle cleansing support the barrier even when visible inflammation has settled.
  • Topical anti-inflammatory strength and duration should match body site, age, severity and response.
  • Oozing, honey-coloured crusting, rapidly increasing pain or grouped blisters can indicate bacterial or viral infection.

The listings below are not a universal eczema regimen; diagnosis, extent, body site and infection risk affect suitability.

Building a workable routine

Apply emollient frequently and after washing, and avoid products that reliably sting or trigger flares. Heat, sweat, rough fabric and detergents affect some people, but broad food restriction without a confirmed link can cause nutritional harm. Managing itch and sleep is part of disease control.

Treating active inflammation

Topical corticosteroids are selected by potency and location; appropriate courses can prevent the harm of prolonged uncontrolled inflammation. Calcineurin inhibitors may suit sensitive sites or steroid-sparing plans. Widespread or refractory eczema may need phototherapy or systemic specialist treatment.

When to seek urgent care

Seek prompt care for fever with rapidly spreading redness, painful skin or pus. Urgent same-day assessment is needed for clusters of painful blisters, eye involvement, widespread peeling or marked systemic illness.

Further reading

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