Some people may find complementary therapies such as herbal remedies helpful in treating their eczema, but there's little evidence to show these remedies are effective.

NHSE does not recommend the use of these products. See emollients - suggested first line choices for details You should use an emollient at least twice a day if you can, or more often if you have very dry skin. MHRA: Drug Safety Update (Aug 20): Emollients and risk of severe and fatal burns: new resources availableIt can run in families, and often develops alongside other conditions, such as asthma and hay fever.

If you're thinking about using a complementary therapy, speak to a GP first to ensure the therapy is safe for you to use.Guidance on the responsibilities for Red Drugs can be found here. Red Drugs would usually by prescribed by the hospital for the duration of the course. Primary care prescriber initiation or continuation of treatment not recommended except by Specialist GP and community paediatric prescribing.