Hey,
I use elocon on myself, I'm pretty sure it either comes in a tube of cream or an ointment. i think the cream is stronger, I use this very sparingly when my eczema gets really bad. i once used it on my face and it gave me this red rash which didn't go away for one year, even after taking antibiotics prescribed by the dermatologist.
That said, the elocon works almost instantly on those little patches of really bad eczema. it's very good, but just don't make it a daily thing. Always keep DD's skin well moisturised, also 10 minutes in sun everyday without suncream prevents inflammation (quoted by a skin surgeon that my brother worked with) and use organic shampoo, soap and conditioner, they at least reduce dryness and reactions. Non organic moisturisers that aren't too harsh are probably the Palmer's range.. the Olive Oil moisturiser ina big green bottle.. But dermaveen is great on itchy but not quite eczema yet areas. I also find Nivea (Normal, not "soft" etc) is a great barrier cream, really traps the moisture in on those really dry areas.