• Topical treatments: Over-the-counter 1% hydrocortisone cream can help with mild flare-ups. For more severe cases, pediatricians may prescribe stronger topical steroids or calcineurin inhibitors.
Sanofi aims to boost competition in the atopic dermatitis market, following Dupixent's success, with new treatments like SAR444656 and amlitelimab in development.
Painful skin and trouble sleeping are among the problems reported when tapering cortisone cream for atopic eczema. This has been shown by a study headed by the University of Gothenburg.