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What are the indications for systemic treatments in patients with severe atopic eczema?

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Generated by iatroX. Developer: Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner).
Last reviewed: 14 August 2025

Consider systemic treatments for severe atopic eczema when other management options have failed or are inappropriate, and there is a significant negative impact on quality of life 1.

Only use phototherapy and systemic treatments under specialist dermatological supervision by staff who are experienced in working with children 2.

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