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If no visible signs of infection, use of antibiotics (alone or with steroids) encourages resistance and does not improve healing.
In eczema with visible signs of infection, use treatment as in impetigo.
Last reviewed: 23 May 2019
Next review: 23 May 2022
Author(s): Antimicrobial Management Team
Approved By: TAM Subgroup of ADTC
Reviewer Name(s): Area Antimicrobial Pharmacist
Document Id: AMT167
If no visible signs of infection, use of antibiotics (alone or with steroids) encourages resistance and does not improve healing.
In eczema with visible signs of infection, use treatment as in impetigo.