CAREGIVER RESOURCES
BailEy & Aisha,
Patient and Caregiver
Ambassador
Caring for A LOVED ONE
living with Eczema?
We know how important it is to be there for the people you care for, and we want to support you every step of the way. That's why we put together these resources for caregivers to patients of all age groups with moderate-to-severe eczema. Be sure to check back here often for updates.
Resources by age group
Managing eczema presents a unique set of challenges to every caregiver. Choose a patient age group below to explore
information and resources tailored toward helping you on the various stages of your caregiving journey.
YOUNG CHILDREN
(6 months-5 years)
Young ones may not understand their disease or how hard you work to manage
their symptoms. The resources below might be able to help.
Injection Tips & Tricks For CAREGIVERS
When it’s time to inject, consider these tips and
tricks from real caregivers:
- Children feed off your emotional state, so if you’re calm and encouraging, the process can be less stressful
- Be fully prepared ahead of time and create a routine you can follow every injection
- Telling stories, singing songs, or saying silly rhymes are great ways to keep children preoccupied during the injection
For more tips and tricks from real caregivers,
download the Child Injection Activity Guide today.
Do not try to inject DUPIXENT until you have been
trained by your healthcare provider.
Simple Ways to Offer Comfort
Many parents find it helpful to use distraction techniques
when giving injections to a young child. Here are a few
methods you may find useful at injection time:
Infants (6-12 Months)
Sing a song
Read pop-up books
Toddlers (1-3 Years)
Listen to music
Build with blocks
Preschoolers (3-5 years)
Listen to music
Tell a story
Sign up for more tips like these and other resources for caregivers of young children with DUPIXENT MyWay®.
CAREGIVER INJECTION TIPS
Managing eczema in young children can be challenging. Hear one mom’s experience with
DUPIXENT, plus tips from real caregivers for making the process a smoother one.
CHILDREN
(6-11 years)
As kids grow, they may develop a better sense of how eczema affects them and the steps necessary to
manage their symptoms. Check out the tips and resources below to help establish a routine that works
for you and your child.
Injection Tips & Tricks For CAREGIVERS
When it’s time to inject, consider these tips and tricks from real caregivers:
- Write the injection day on a calendar so your child knows when it’s coming and
has time to mentally prepare. - When possible, allow your child some choice—whether it’s choosing a spot to
sit, a song to listen to, or the time of day to receive the injection. - Sometimes providing a reward works well—but often, a little
quality
one-on-one time is incentive enough.
Do not try to inject DUPIXENT until you have been trained by your healthcare provider.
CAREGIVER INJECTION TIPS
As a caregiver, you’re never alone. Find inspiration from DUPIXENT MyWay® Caregiver
Ambassadors, and hear tips for making the injection process more manageable.
TEENS
(12-17 years)
When kids grow into teenagers, they’re faced with a new set of challenges and experiences—especially when
they’re also dealing with eczema. Use the resources below to help guide your teen on their eczema journey.
“Communication and collaboration are key to figuring out what works for you and your child.”
Cortney DiRussa, M.A. Behavioral Science Expert
Preparing for a Life of Independence
As teens mature, some may take a more active role in managing their condition.
Here are a few pieces of advice from caregivers Yetunde and Sue, as well as
behavioral science expert Cortney DiRussa:
Encourage your teen to keep a journal of flare-ups and
symptoms so they can discuss any changes with their doctor.
Encourage your teen to take an active role in their care
and ask questions during appointments.
Create a care plan for when your teen is away from home,
including injection reminders, receiving and storing DUPIXENT
shipments, and administering injections.
Explore additional resources such as on-campus student health centers, telehealth appointments, or supplemental injection support from a DUPIXENT MyWay® Nurse Educator.
Help empower your teen to take charge of their eczema care with our Tip Sheet below.
CAREGIVER INJECTION TIPS
View the videos below for advice and inspiration on guiding your teen through the
treatment process and adapting to your evolving role as a caregiver.
Young adults
(18+ years)
Independently managing eczema for the first time can feel daunting. Listen to two young adults as they
transition to taking over their own care with some practical tips and advice.
Transition of care
Watch Adante and Cristal, two young adults living with eczema, discuss taking ownership of caring for their skin.
THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN FINDING A NEW SKIN SPECIALIST
Whether due to a new living location or personal preference, young adults may have reason
to find a new healthcare partner. Here are some useful things to keep in mind:
Ask their current provider for a medical summary. Remember, your doctor is always the best source of information.
Check in with them to ensure that they feel their new provider is a good fit.
Review their insurance coverage. DUPIXENT MyWay® can help with this. Call 1-844-DUPIXENT.
Remind them that establishing a treatment routine is an important part of staying on track with treatment.
Additionally, take ownership of your
eczema care with our Tip Sheet.
Finding support
Caregiving is a journey, and every journey is made easier with a little support. Explore below to find helpful tips and information
from other caregivers.
INTRODUCING SELF-CARE FOR THE CAREGIVER
This new podcast from DUPIXENT explores common
challenges faced by caregivers along with practical advice
from behavioral experts on how to overcome them.
Want to Hear From More Caregivers?
Browse our full collection of videos on
YouTube for more real caregivers and patients
talking about their lives with DUPIXENT.
Connect With a
DUPIXENT MyWay® Mentor
Hoping to learn more? If you’ve had a discussion with your healthcare provider about DUPIXENT or have been prescribed DUPIXENT, register online today to talk one-on-one with trained Patient or Caregiver DUPIXENT Mentors to discuss life with moderate-to-severe eczema and hear about their personal journey with DUPIXENT.
Share your story
Your experience with DUPIXENT is unique, and sharing
your journey can inspire and empower people facing
similar challenges. Self-nominate to become a
DUPIXENT MyWay® Ambassador, and if selected, you
may have opportunities to share your story and offer
encouragement to patients and their family members.
MEET OUR CAREGIVERS
Caring for children with moderate-to-severe eczema is not easy. Here are the stories of a few individuals who, like you, face
challenges as caregivers of children with eczema. Their journeys led them to DUPIXENT.
JILL
Caregiver, Mom, Psychologist
St. Louis, MO
Daughter, Calla, has
uncontrolled skin rashes on
shins and elbows
“Don't settle. You can get
complacent and think
you're doing okay, but
there may be options
you haven't considered.”—Jill, Calla’s Mom
CALLA
Age 9, daughter to Jill
Living with severe eczema
Enjoys soccer and swimming
Calla’s background and symptoms:
- Diagnosed with eczema as an infant
- Suffers with rashes on shins and elbows
Treatments used:
- Prescription ointment
- Corticosteroid spray
Discover results with DUPIXENT in
patients ages 6 to 11.
YETUNDE
Caregiver, Mom, IT Specialist
Hilliard, OH
Daughter, Ore, struggles with
itchy skin on her hands, ankles,
and feet
“Advocate for your child
relentlessly. That might
require research and
asking lots of questions.”—Yetunde, Ore’s Mom
ORE
Age 17, daughter to Yetunde
Living with severe eczema
Loves music and theater
Ore's background and symptoms:
- Diagnosed with eczema at age 9
- Struggles with itchy skin on
hands, ankles, and feet
Treatments used:
- Lotions
- Prescription ointment
Discover results with DUPIXENT in
patients ages 12 to 17.
ALISA
Caregiver, Mom, Teacher
Portland, CT
Daughter, Lila, suffers from
red, bumpy patches on her
arms and legs
“Trust your gut. Talking
to my doctor was a
tremendous help for me.”—Alisa, Lila’s Mom
LILA
Age 4, daughter to Alisa
Living with severe eczema
Likes playing outdoors
Lila's background and symptoms:
- Diagnosed with eczema at age 2
- Skin turns red easily when
touched
Treatments used:
- Mild soaps
- Corticosteroid cream
Discover results with DUPIXENT in
patients ages 6 months to 5 years.
View Results in
young children
HOW DUPIXENT WORKS
Eczema is caused, in part, by an overly active immune system that produces more inflammation under the skin than normal.
Topical medicines alone may not be enough to control your loved one's moderate-to-severe eczema.
Watch the video below to take a look inside the science of what causes eczema symptoms and how DUPIXENT may help.
What’s a Biologic?
Your immune system is made up of cells that talk to each other. In chronic inflammatory conditions, sometimes they talk too much. Biologics work to disrupt the conversation when cells are talking too much.
- Biologics are processed in the body differently than oral or topical medications.
- To be effective and work in the body properly, most biologics are delivered by injection.
- DUPIXENT is a biologic that helps block a key source of inflammation inside the body that can cause eczema signs and symptoms.
THE DUPIXENT MyWay COPAY CARD
The DUPIXENT MyWay copay card may help eligible,
commercially insured patients cover the out-of-pocket cost of
DUPIXENT. Eligible patients can enroll online and will receive
their cards by email. Terms & Restrictions Apply.
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