Indications
1. Dyshidrotic Eczema
2. Xerotic Eczema
Preparations
1. Alpha-Hydroxy acid preparations
  1. Glycolic Acid (8%)
  2. Lactic Acid or Lac-Hydrin (8-12%)
  3. Urea (3-6%)
2. Combination agents with Skin Lubricant
  1. Eucerin plus
  2. Lubriderm moisture recovery cream
Mechanism
1. Forces epidermal cells to produce keratin
2. Keratin is softer and more flexible
3. Keratin is less likely to crack and fissure
Adverse Effects
1. May burn for few minutes with first applications
2. Do not replace or add to oil barrier
Dosing
1. Dry Skin
  1. Use once to twice per day for 3 weeks
  2. Taper frequency to 1-3 days per week
2. Aging
  1. Apply 1-2 days each week

Medication Costs
Lac-Hydrin (on 2/9/2012 at DrugStore.com)
Lac-Hydrin 12% Lotion 225gm Bottle	#1 for $53.91	($53.91/unit)
Lac-Hydrin 12% Lotion 400gm Bottle	#1 for $72.99	($72.99/unit)
Lac-Hydrin 12% Cream 140gm Tube	#1 for $51.99	($51.99/unit)
Lac-Hydrin 12% Cream 385gm Bottle	#1 for $64.99	($64.99/unit)
Lac-Hydrin Five (on 2/9/2012 at DrugStore.com)
Lac-Hydrin Five 5% Lotion 113gm Bottle	#1 for $16.99	($16.99/unit)
Lac-Hydrin Five 5% Lotion 226gm Tube	#1 for $23.99	($23.99/unit)
Lactic Acid (on 2/9/2012 at DrugStore.com)
Lactic Acid 10% Lotion 354.84ml Bottle	#1 for $35.99	($35.99/unit)
FPNotebook does not benefit financially from showing this medication data or their pharmacy links. This information is provided only to help medical providers and their patients see relative costs. Insurance plans negotiate lower medication prices with suppliers. Prices shown here are out of pocket, non-negotiated rates. See Needy Meds for financial assistance information.

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