What should you know about Elica for dyshidrotic eczema?

Dyshidrotic eczema causes intensely itchy, small fluid-filled blisters on the palms, sides of fingers, or soles. As blisters dry, the skin can peel, crack, and become sore. Elica contains a corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation; it does not remove every possible trigger and is not suitable for every rash that looks like eczema. A clinician may first check for infection, fungal disease, contact allergy, or another blistering condition.

Use Elica exactly as directed, applying a thin layer to affected skin and washing your hands afterwards unless the hands are being treated. Do not cover the area with an airtight dressing unless instructed. Use a bland moisturiser regularly, avoid fragranced products and harsh detergents, and protect the skin from repeated wet work. Do not apply it to infected or broken skin without medical advice. If flares keep returning, your clinician may discuss [Topical Corticosteroids](/treatments/medical-dermatology/topical-corticosteroids/) or [Narrowband UVB Phototherapy](/treatments/medical-dermatology/narrowband-uvb-phototherapy/).

Contact a clinician if the rash spreads, becomes increasingly painful, develops pus or yellow crusting, or does not improve as expected. Seek prompt advice for fever, rapidly worsening redness, or severe swelling. Persistent [Itchy Feet](/symptoms/foot-itching/) or recurrent [Skin Blisters](/symptoms/skin-blisters/) deserve assessment because treatment differs when the cause is not dyshidrotic eczema.

Ask how long to use Elica, where it is safe to apply, whether your skin needs testing for infection or allergy, and what moisturiser routine can reduce cracking. Ask what to do if blisters recur after the course ends.