There are many non-steroidal creams for the treatment of atopic dermatitis on the market today. Which one to choose is going to depend what a dermatologist recommends based on the age of the sufferer and the severity of the atopic dermatitis. Non-Steroidal prescription creams can include Atopiclair, Elidel and MimyX. All these creams have a chance of side effects including burning, stinging, redness and irritation in which case a dermatologist should be consulted.

Atopiclair is new to the market. It acts as a barrier to the inflamed areas and helps protect it from additional irritants. It also speeds up the healing process by providing a protective, moister rich environment for the skin to heal in. Its efficiency in helping with atopic dermatitis has been shown to be great in clinical trials. It can be used to prevent atopic dermatitis flare-ups or control those already in progress. It has been approved for sufferers of all ages.

Elide or its generic counter part Pimecrolimus is a non-steroidal cream that it used to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in sufferers two or older. It is thoroughly rubbed into the affected skin to control inflammation and itching. It has been approved to be used anywhere, including the face, neck and around eyes. It is meant to be used for short periods to clear up symptoms because the affects of long term use are not yet known. It is recommended to limit sun exposer even between uses because skin will be more sensitive.

MimyX Cream is preservative and fragrance free. It has a water-based formula that helps relieve the itching and burning involved in atopic dermatitis. The cream helps symptoms by keeping the skin and wound moist. Usually the cream is applied 3 times a day or as needed by massaging it in to affected areas. It can be used on sufferers of any age and for any duration. The cream can also be applied to all areas of skin. There is a warning about sun exposer but it is to state the MimyX does not help protect from the sun but also does not cause additional sun sensitivity. Although it is recommend to avoid direct sunlight right after application.

There are also some non-prescription cream options that do not contain steroids but are just to help control itching and dryness. They can be an effective preventive measure for mild atopic dermatitis and in many cases if the itching can be kept under control then the flare-ups may not occur. These creams can include Eucerin, Nivea, Cethaphil Moisturizing Cream and Lubriderm. For the great results they need to be used daily, even if there are no symptoms of atopic dermatitis and worked best if rubbed on the entire body after bathing.

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