Adjunctive Therapies in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding the Role of the Skin Barrier and Microbiome in Disease Management (Pharmacy Technician Credit)

Program Description

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by intense itch and eczematous lesions. A number of genetic, immunologic, and environmental factors combine in AD to disrupt skin barrier function. Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians should be aware of nonpharmacologic strategies to manage these triggers to reduce AD flares as well as traditional treatment regimens for AD. Additionally, the American Association of Dermatology (AAD) recommends the routine use of daily moisturizers to relieve symptoms and enhance skin hydration in patients with AD. This webinar will outline the importance of daily skin care practices and counseling points pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can share with patients about the use of OTC skin care products and moisturizers in improving the skin barrier and reducing symptoms associated with AD.

Target audience: Pharmacy technicians

Type of activity: Knowledge for pharmacy technicians
Release date: April 24, 2023
Expiration date: April 24, 2025

Time to complete activity: 1.0 hour
Fee: Free

Educational Objectives

Pharmacy Technician Educational Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Express the impact of atopic dermatitis (AD) on patients’ quality of life
• Study the role of ceramides, the skin barrier, and the skin microbiome in the pathogenesis of AD
• Recall strategies for pharmacy technicians to support pharmacists in providing recommendations for adjunctive OTC therapies that aim to restore skin barrier function in AD