대한약국학회

In South Korea, the prevalence of atopic dermatitis has been continuously increasing. Since atopic dermatitis is associated with various risk factors and recurrent exacerbations, it requires a long-term nonpharmacologic and pharmacologic therapy. Therefore, pharmacists can play an important role in improving patients’ quality of life by increasing adherence to therapy through medication counseling and education. This paper summarizes etiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of atopic dermatitis so that pharmacists can provide effective counseling and education to patients with the disease.