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: Ointments and creams are generally superior to lotions for barrier repair. Newer formulations may include ceramides or filaggrin breakdown products.

Narrowband UVB (311 nm) or UVA1 phototherapy serves as an adjuvant for moderate-to-severe disease that is refractory to topicals. It has antimicrobial effects and modulates the skin's immune response. ATOPIC DERMATITIS THERAPY

: The first-line therapy for flares. They range from low to ultra-high potency, with selection based on patient age and affected body site (e.g., low-potency for the face). : Ointments and creams are generally superior to

: Tacrolimus (ointment) and pimecrolimus (cream) are steroid-sparing alternatives particularly useful for sensitive areas like the face or skin folds. Newer Topicals : Crisaborole : A PDE-4 inhibitor for mild-to-moderate AD. ATOPIC DERMATITIS THERAPY

: Ointments and creams are generally superior to lotions for barrier repair. Newer formulations may include ceramides or filaggrin breakdown products.

Narrowband UVB (311 nm) or UVA1 phototherapy serves as an adjuvant for moderate-to-severe disease that is refractory to topicals. It has antimicrobial effects and modulates the skin's immune response.

: The first-line therapy for flares. They range from low to ultra-high potency, with selection based on patient age and affected body site (e.g., low-potency for the face).

: Tacrolimus (ointment) and pimecrolimus (cream) are steroid-sparing alternatives particularly useful for sensitive areas like the face or skin folds. Newer Topicals : Crisaborole : A PDE-4 inhibitor for mild-to-moderate AD.