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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.
Thick Moisturizer. Skip thin lotions and choose an eczema cream or ointment. When you're shopping, look for words like barrier cream and skin repair on the label. Some creams that work great on itchy eczema have an ingredient called ceramides.