• The FDA has approved two biologics for eczema, but many others are under development.
  • Biologics are derived from living organisms rather than chemicals.
  • Biologics for eczema target specific proteins in the body, which can help reduce overactivity in the immune system and calm eczema symptoms.
  • reduce itch
  • clear skin
  • improve sleep
  • boost overall quality of life

Dupixent (dupilumab)

  • clearer skin
  • less itching
  • improved sleep
  • improved quality of life

Adbry (tralokinumab-ldrm)

  • clear or almost clear skin
  • reduction in itching severity
  • improved sleep
  • improved quality of life
  • an overactive immune response to pathogens
  • decreased skin barrier functions
  • JAK inhibitors
  • azathioprine
  • cyclosporine
  • methotrexate
  • mycophenolate mofetil
  • injection site reaction (such as pain)
  • pink eye
  • inflammation of the eyelids or cornea
  • dry or itchy eyes
  • cold sores (if the herpes virus is already in your body)
  • upper respiratory tract infection
  • pink eye
  • injection site reaction
  • higher-than-normal level of eosinophils (a type of white blood cell)
  • you’re taking other medications
  • you’re pregnant or breastfeeding
  • you need any vaccinations