Effect of S. Aureus Skin Decolonization on Disease Severity in Atopic Dermatitis Patients

"1. Mupirocin 2% nasal ointment to the anterior nares to be applied twice daily~2. Chlorhexidine 4% topical soap (Hibiclens) to be used every other day in the shower or bath from the neck down and then completely rinsed.~3. Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (Bactrim): one double strength (DS) tablet (800 mg/160 mg) twice per day for adolescents and adults. Dosing for pediatric patients will be calculated to 5 to 6 mg/kg trimethoprim also given twice daily."