Eumovate Cream is an approved topical treatment for mild to moderate cases of eczema (also known as dermatitis) and psoriasis. It belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids (or steroids) – these work to reduce the symptoms of skin condition flare-ups.

Eumovate is available from UK Pharma as either a cream or ointment. The cream is better if you have to apply treatment to large areas of skin, as it is water-based. The ointment is better if you have dry skin and will remain on the skin for longer.

If you suffer from eczema or psoriasis, you will have an overactive immune system. In the case of eczema, your skin is overly sensitive to certain irritants and triggers (e.g. weather, temperature, food allergies, etc.).

In the case of psoriasis, your body overproduces skin cells, leading to a buildup of inflamed patches. Again, this condition is exacerbated by triggers and irritants (e.g. stress, clothing, smoking, etc.).

Eumovate contains the active ingredient clobetasone butyrate. As a corticosteroid, this ingredient has an anti-inflammatory effect. It suppresses your body’s immune system, alleviating the itchy and painful symptoms of inflamed skin.

You should always follow the advice of your doctor when taking any treatment.

Both the cream and ointment are available in 30g or 100g tubes. A course of treatment should not last more than 2-4 weeks. You should see your doctor during this time to check if the treatment is effective. Do not exceed 3 months of continuous use.

You can use the graphic below to determine how much treatment to apply to the affected area of skin. One fingertip unit is from the tip of the finger to the first crease of the finger.