Protopic is the latest in prescription medicines. My duaghter thinks it stings, but may be worth a try. In natural medicines, I have found that serving an oily fish, such as salmon (my daughter\'s favorite) or cod works miracles. Also, if you child can tolerate it, fish oil tablets are the very best. Excema worsens in heat or stress and I found that the only thing that could keep it in check for my daughter was the fish oil, either in tablets or served for dinner. Good luck!