Atopic Dermatitis Therapy Today

Prescription topicals are used for acute flare control and proactive maintenance.

: At least twice daily, ideally within three minutes of bathing to lock in moisture.

: Tacrolimus (ointment) and pimecrolimus (cream) are steroid-sparing alternatives particularly useful for sensitive areas like the face or skin folds. Newer Topicals : Crisaborole : A PDE-4 inhibitor for mild-to-moderate AD. ATOPIC DERMATITIS THERAPY

: Ointments and creams are generally superior to lotions for barrier repair. Newer formulations may include ceramides or filaggrin breakdown products.

: 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 Prescription topicals are used for acute flare control

: A topical JAK inhibitor recently approved for short-term control. 3. Phototherapy

Atopic Dermatitis: A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment - PMC Newer Topicals : Crisaborole : A PDE-4 inhibitor

: 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).