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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.
Medicine choices. Topical medicines, such as creams or ointments, are applied directly to the skin. Other medicines, such as oral corticosteroids or antihistamines, are taken as pills. 1  Topical corticosteroids are the most common and effective treatment for atopic dermatitis.2  They are used until the rash clears. 3  Calcineurin inhibitors are topical immunosuppressants-medicines that weaken your body's immune system.ther medicines, such as oral corticosteroids or antihistamines, are taken as pills. 1  Topical corticosteroids are the most common and effective treatment for atopic dermatitis. 2  They are used until the rash clears.