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Has anyone tried freederm HC for eczema?

27 replies

foxy1 · 25/02/2008 09:28

Seen this on the internet and wanted to find out whether anyone has used it for eczema on toddlers? I have tried lots of cream and none of them seem to get on top of the eczema? Any advice thank you

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foxy1 · 25/02/2008 12:11

anyone?

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misdee · 25/02/2008 12:14

ne3ver heard of it. what does the HC stand for? usually it stands for hydrocortisone

mouseling · 25/02/2008 15:49

Sorry don't know about freederm. But have just started using dermasalve on my DS and so far really good results - much more effective than Hydrocortisone or any moisturising creams we have previously tried in 4.5 years. No nasty ingredients. So far so good for us!

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foxy1 · 25/02/2008 17:07

hi thanks for feedback - mouseling - what sort of consistency is dermasalve? what products have you tried which have not really worked? thenk

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mouseling · 26/02/2008 09:56

Consistency is light and non-greasy.

For me treating eczema has been a case of trial and error. It is useful to get recommendations from others and because this cream has had such good results for us I am happy to suggest it.

But unfortunately in my experience the fact that it is good for my DS is no guarantee that it will work for your LO. Likewise, don't really want to put you off trying things just because they haven't worked for us when they may work for you IYSWIM. Sorry if that's not as helpful as you hoped for!

mouseling · 26/02/2008 10:10

Just noticed from your other thread that you are particularly concerned about your DSs face, which is the area I have found most difficult to treat for my DS and also the area which has responded so well to dermasalve. Also wondered, do you ever use cotton mitts to help prevent scratching?

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foxy1 · 26/02/2008 13:40

Hello thanks for reply. Can you get dermasalve on prescription? Do you use a anitihistamine and does it work? If so which one do you use? Stopped using scratch mits when he was about 8 months as they used to come off all the time. maybe i should buy some more - do they do them for his age? if so where would be the best place to get them from. thank you

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mouseling · 26/02/2008 16:14

I bought the dermasalve but if it continues to work will definitely ask the GP if we can have it on prescription. We have only tried Piriton (antihistamine), didn't feel it made a significant difference.

Google eczema clothing to find jimjams etc with attached mitts. This type of clothing can also be obtained from hospital/specialist clinics.

I had a look at the website for the product you mentioned at the start. I thought the name sounded familiar when you mentioned it and I now remember looking at it before. My reaction was and is that I really want to believe it but that it seems a bit too good to be true and I can't help feeling a bit sceptical. But I am judging it without ever even seeing it so it's just my opinion! Would be better to hear from somebody who has tried it!

busybody23 · 15/06/2008 20:31

Hello there has any one used aloe vera products for treatment of eczema and does it work?

NooBee · 17/06/2008 15:05

I bought Freederm HC after reading the article for my 4 month old ds who is covered in eczema. Wasn't a miracle cure by any stretch of the imagination. Just a moisturizer like all the others. Didn't do much for my baby. Have tried Aloe Vera with Bee Propolis which did work for a while - but burns open skin. The BEST results I have got are from Aveeno. www.soft-skin.co.uk stock the Aveeno Baby Moisturizer - and bath powders. This really helps me keep on top of it. Costs me a fortune but just pleased to have found something that works. Good luck

jessiesmummy · 17/06/2008 15:19

Myf riend got Aveeno on prescription so ask your doctor you might be able to save some money.

NooBee · 17/06/2008 15:41

Oh wow - now that is good to know. Will give it a go. Thanks

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foxy1 · 17/06/2008 23:47

yes i got Aveeno lotion and cream on prescription. i found it alot nicer than some of the other creams but nothing really give long lasting moisturisation.

Anyone tried aquaphor by eucerin?

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SKK · 01/07/2008 12:28

Aloe Vera with bee propolis - can you tell me a little more about this esp about burnung ioen skin. I started using this last night on my LO's face as he has eczema which seems to be getting worse. Should I stop using it?

sophybear · 01/07/2008 21:09

We have used Epderm from the GP & that has really has been helping a lot. It takes a couple of weeks to take effect & seems OK, but then as soon as we get the warm nights DD eczema flares up again.
I also have tried Eicosanoil (hemp seed oil) as it has high concentrate of the omega 3 oils, you can get creams or liquid to add to babies food.
Both seem to make some improvement, but don't clear it completely.

I may try Dermosalve or Aveeno too - thanks

pointydog · 01/07/2008 21:21

HC - do you mean hydrocortisone? Or are you just asking about moisturisers?

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foxy1 · 04/07/2008 20:44

hello pointydog - mainly moisturisers. thank you

skk - if the skin is worse then i would stop using it.

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yvonnek · 04/07/2008 21:04

hi, ds had terrible eczema. doctors had us on a range of different steriods cream as none seemed to work. then he started getting warts all over his body.

doctors said ignore them and they'd go away.

they never, went back to doctors. asked if hydrocortisone could be causing the warts to get worse. said no.

got sent home again with no help.

decided to stop the hc. could't be worse than it was. had to try something. he couldn't sleep, his clothes constantly irritated him

within a week. both the warts and the eczema cleared up.

also, we discovered tesco do a baby range called halo's and horns. this is the only stuff that didn't affect him. tried all those expensive ones from baby shows, magazines. but tesco cheap H&H stuff was the best

SKK · 08/07/2008 12:56

Hey! Have been using the Aloe Propolis cream now for over a week and my LO skin has really cleared up, don't even have to use HC anymore.

Ordered the Dermasalve cream and got it today so will start using that to see if it makes any difference to the rest of my LOs body.

I also massage my LO with almond oil everyday.

Does anyone live in a hard water area and installed a water softner, has it made any difference? Was thinking of doing that aswell.

JWanders · 27/05/2009 17:24

Actually i do live in a hard water area. I did notice that using a water softener does actually decrease the symptoms of my sons eczema. I do believe that hard water has a lot to do with his eczema. Although doctors here don't say it. It's my theory, because now we live in a hard water area again. My sons eczema has returned, but worsen in other places he didn't have it before.

As for the Freederm HC, I have tried it too. Ironically i found that the moisturizer that comes with it works better than that actual cream.

Also, i can honestly say that if you constantly use Vaseline....it's a great moisturizer on very dry patches. As long as you keep using it, you'll see the skin soften up. Unfortunately in my sons case, when his skin starts to clear up, it tends to come back again (i suppose when he has some sort of reaction) like when he gets hot, or dust, sun,etc. It's all about maintaining the skin. Trust me, i know how it can be frustrating. He is now 9 yrs. old.

I guess all i can do is wait till he outgrows it.

Hope this helps.

sarcher · 28/06/2009 00:42

I've been using dermol cream and bath emollient which has been prescribed and it has kept my DS skin very well moisturised, his eczema is much more improved although not completely gone. However the Dermol has an antiseptic property which seems to stop the itch, thereby stopping the inch, scratch cycle. Not sure about the Freederm HC, never keen on something promoting "cures", if so good why are drs not prescribing it, it would save a fortune it prescriptions. We've used upteen creams, lotions etc and have been referred to dermatology. Surely this 'miracle cream' would be the answer if so good. I remain skeptical.

newy2 · 31/08/2009 16:30

Hi, I've tried oilatum, epaderm, eucerin and lot of other moisturizers for my daughter (6yrs), but nothing worked so far and now is completely covered with rashes. Grateful for any tips that has worked!! Thanks for the time.

zosy · 30/03/2010 21:41

Just been reading up on freederm hc cream ..before and after results look amazing they have got 100% garenteed money back ,worth having a look .google freederm hc and click on moms mirical ..looks good im going to give it a go ....whats to loose ?

zosy · 30/03/2010 21:52

Hi as any one tried betamethasone valerate ointment , gp prescibe it for me ...doesnt seem to be doing much for me ...says to apply for 4-6 weeks but not how meny times a day?..any one know??
Thanks Zoe

vicrum2 · 27/01/2011 11:34

I have tried freederm eczema and dematitus cream befor it is excellent my new born son five years ago was covered from head to toe in eczema and waas really suffering so i tried everything from oilatum to epiderm e45 and aquius and none of these worked they say not to put the freederm on face as it has hydrocorsidone in it but i smothered my baby in it over night and within 2 days his whole body was clear from eczema and i have not had any skin problems again from hm in five years except a few dry little patches in his arm creases which went away again after using a tiny amount of freederm i highly recommend this although i had to pay 23 pound for it from america you only ever need one tub though like i said the freederm soap and spot gel dont seem as good as the eczema cream though

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