How Can Eczematous Dermatitis Be Treated?

Posted on Mon, 23 Apr 2018

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Question : Hi, I have skin infection in hand around last two months. pics attached. Kindly suggest what is it and what medicine should I take. it

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:

Eczematous dermatitis

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

You seem to have eczematous dermatitis. I suggest you to apply a topical potent steroid e.g clobetasol propionate 0.05 %ointment or halobetasol propionate 0.05 % ointment, twice daily.

In addition to this you may take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine 10mg tab once every evening for symptomatic relief from itching.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (23 hours later)

Thanks doctor, can u suggest me the cream name.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (11 hours later)

Brief Answer:

Regarding eczematous dermatitis

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

You may use either Clobetasol propionate 0.05%cream (Tenovate cream) or Halobetasol propionate 0.05%(Halovate cream), twice daily.

In addition, I suggest you take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetirizine 10mg tab once every evening for symptomatic relief from itching.

These are prescription medications and I'd advise you to kindly talk to your local practitioner for a prescription of the same.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Kakkar S.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee