Eczema is more difficult to manage in children because scratching and rubbing the skin is hard to control. This can be a problem at night while they try to sleep.
- Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. Keeping skin moist is the first line of defense against eczema. Make bathing and moisturizing a part of the child’s daily routine.
- Bathe the child in lukewarm water, never in hot water. Use a mild soap or soap-free cleanser. Do not allow the child to sit in soapy water for too long. At the end of the bath, rinse well and pat dry.
- Moisturize while the skin is damp, within 3 minutes after bathing.
- Apply medications as directed by your doctor.
- Ointments are preferred especially for eczema that won’t go away. Creams and lotions may contain ingredients that irritate the skin and may increase dryness.
- Skin care recommendations may differ; check with your doctor for what’s best for you.
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Protopic prescription ointment is used for short or repeated treatments for people who don’t respond well to or who may have side effects with traditional treatments. It’s approved for adults in concentrations of 0.1% and 0.03% and for children, aged 2 to 15 years, in the 0.03% concentration only. Although individual results may vary, many people see improvement after the first few weeks of treatment.
The most common side effects are stinging and burning. The worse your eczema is, the more likely you may have stinging and burning. Protopic may be associated with an increased risk of certain skin infections. When using Protopic, avoid direct sunlight, tanning salons, and phototherapy, and don’t cover the skin being treated with bandages, dressings, or wraps. Only your doctor can weigh the risks and benefits and decide if Protopic is right for you.