Researchers have analyzed available topical and systemic treatments for eczema and identified the ones that are most effective. They say their findings present a full range of treatment options to inform the optimal management of this common chronic skin condition.

Atopic dermatitis (AD), often called eczema, is the most common chronic inflammatory skin disease, affecting 15% to 20% of children and 3% to 10% of adults worldwide. Often a lifelong condition, the inflamed skin and itching that are the hallmarks of the disease can interfere with sleep and impair quality of life.

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Eczema treatment falls into two categories: prescribed topical agents like creams and ointments and ‘systematic’ or entire-body treatments that are used when topical agents fail to relieve symptoms. Systemic treatments include immunosuppressant drugs, monoclonal antibodies, and immune system modulators.

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