acid-having the characteristics of an acid; an acid reaction. chemical science, chemistry-the science of matter; the branch of the natural sciences dealing with the composition of substances and their properties and reactions.
Topical Steroids. One of the most commonly prescribed medications for eczema is topical corticosteroids, or just steroids, which can ease redness and reduce inflammation and itching so that your skin can begin to heal. Steroids are naturally occurring substances that our bodies make in order to regulate growth and immune function.
There are a number of immunosuppressants, but the three most commonly used for treating eczema are: 1  Cyclosporine is a medication first used to prevent the body from rejecting a transplanted organ, such as a kidney or the heart. 2  Methotrexate is a medication used frequently in psoriasis and different types of arthritis.