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Is Emoderm Safe For Red Patches On An Infant’s Legs?

Hi doctor my baby boy is 9 months old and is having few red patches on both the legs also they are now also seen on his arms i consulted a doctor and he said that it is eczima and suggested eumosone m and emoderm cream kindly suggest is it safe and will cure..??
Tue, 29 Jan 2019
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Hello,

Both the ointments are used to treat skin conditions caused due to dryness like eczema and are safe to use in a 9 month old child.

However, Eumosone contains cortico-steroid and must be used only for short-term therapy, that is for flare up of eczema.

While, Emoderm contain emollient like paraffin which can be used on regular basis to prevent eczema. Moreover, eczema is not uncommon, it is caused due to dryness and using mild body wash like Cetaphil baby wash will help prevent it. In addition to that, regular application of a moisturizer will also be helpful.

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

Regards,
Dr. Ayesha Shareef, General & Family Physician
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Is Emoderm Safe For Red Patches On An Infant’s Legs?

Hello, Both the ointments are used to treat skin conditions caused due to dryness like eczema and are safe to use in a 9 month old child. However, Eumosone contains cortico-steroid and must be used only for short-term therapy, that is for flare up of eczema. While, Emoderm contain emollient like paraffin which can be used on regular basis to prevent eczema. Moreover, eczema is not uncommon, it is caused due to dryness and using mild body wash like Cetaphil baby wash will help prevent it. In addition to that, regular application of a moisturizer will also be helpful. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ayesha Shareef, General & Family Physician