Eczema is a noncontagious, inflammatory skin condition.

Symptoms of Eczema

Eczema characterized by patches of dry,flaking skin that can become cracked and leathery, or blistered and oozing. Severe itching can occur in the affected areas. It usually occurs on the face and scalp, behind the ears, on the elbows, and in the creases behind the knees.

Supplements that can treat Eczema

The following supplements can treat the symptoms of Eczema:

Supplement Dosage Precautions
B-Complex Vitamins 25 to 50 mg twice a day
Copper 2 to 3 mg once a day Avoid Copper Oxide because of its low bioavailability.
Dandelion 100 mg once a day. If you have gallstones or obstructed bile ducts, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking.
EPA/DHA (fish oil) 1,000 to 3,000 mg once a day Make sure to choose the source with Vitamin E to prevent oxidation.
Evening Primrose Oil 500 to 1,000 mg once a day.
Glucosamine 1,000 mg once a day. Don’t take if you are allergic to shellfish. Consult use with your healthcare provider if you have diabetes because
glucosamine can alter blood sugar levels.
Methylsulfonyl-Methane (MSM) 3,000 to 10,000 mg once a day. When beginning supplementation, ingest with meals to avoid possible heartburn. May cause stomach upset in dosages larger than 6,000 mg.
Milk Thistle 200 mg once a day Reduces efficiency of certain blood pressure medication.
Probiotics 20 billion units once a day If taking an antibiotic, wait three hours before taking probiotics.
Taurine 2,000 mg once a day Take between meals. Discontinue use if you have chest or throat tightness, or if you break out with
hives. DO NOT TAKE WITH ASPIRIN.
Tea Tree Oil Apply directly to skin once or twice a day Do not ingest or use in ears, eyes, or other mucous membranes.
Vitamin A and mixed carotenoids 50,000 IU to 100,000 IU – half vitamin A and half mixed carotenoids – once a day High doses of Vitamin A can be toxic. Therefore, use caution. Do not take for extended periods
of time, and do not take high doses if you have liver disease, are a smoker, or are exposed to asbestos.
Vitamin C 500 to 1,000 mg twice a day Do not take high doses if you are prone to kidney stones or gout. Take Vitamin C as Magnesium Ascorbate. Never take Ascorbic Acid because it causes the body to become acidic and Vitamin C is not stored in the body as Ascorbic Acid.
Vitamin D You should have your blood levels measured by a healthcare provider to determine the correct
dosage.
Vitamin E 400 IU once a day Take mixed tocopherols, which is the more active type of Vitamin E. If you are taking a blood thinner, consult your doctor first.
Zinc 25 to 75 mg once a day Take Zinc Picolinate or Zinc Citrate as they are better absorbed by the body.