Hydrocortisone 2.5%
Low-potency · cream
Your child’s eczema, treated in a day.
A licensed clinician reviews your child’s case: no appointment, no waiting room. One flat monthly price, prescription included, shipped to your door.
Online provider evaluation
· Follow-up if needed
Rx included
· Shipped to your door
24-hr response
· US-licensed clinicians
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$45/visit · or $35/mo (3-month min)
No insurance needed
No insurance needed
Prescription approved
Desonide 0.05% · shipping tomorrow
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Desonide 0.05%
Low-potency · cream
Triamcinolone 0.1%
Mid-potency · cream
Fluticasone 0.05%
Mid-potency · cream
Mometasone 0.1%
Mid-potency · cream/oint
Betamethasone 0.05%
High-potency · cream/oint
Clobetasol 0.05%
Super-high-potency
Tacrolimus 0.1%
Non-steroidal · ointment
Tacrolimus 0.03%
Non-steroidal · ointment
Mupirocin 2%
Topical antibiotic
“There’s a specific look I recognize in eczema patients who’ve been managing on their own too long. They’ve stopped believing it can get better. Fern shortens that window of suffering. It gets people into real treatment before hopelessness sets in.”
Dr. Chethana Gottam, M.D.
Board Certified Dermatologist
How Fern works
Care designed for parents, not waiting rooms.
Everything handled by you, reviewed by a clinician, shipped to your door.
01
Tell us about your child
A 5-minute intake covers your child's skin history, affected areas, and current routine. You fill it out: no child participation required.
02
A clinician reviews the case
A US-licensed clinician reviews within 24 hours and creates a treatment plan appropriate for your child's age and severity.
03
Medication ships that day
Prescriptions ship free in discreet packaging. Auto-refill keeps you covered, cancel anytime.
04
Adjust as they grow
Message the care team with questions, upload progress photos, and update the plan as your child's skin changes.
The formulary
Evidence-based treatment, calibrated for kids.
Every clinician prescription is age-appropriate. Pediatric eczema requires different dosing and potency choices than adult care, our formulary reflects that.
Topical steroids
5 options · low to mid-potency
Low-potency
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cream (30g)
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cream (60g)
Mid-potency
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cream (80g)
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cream (60g)
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cream/oint (45g)
Calcineurin inhibitors
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Ointment (60g) · ages 2 and up · FDA-approved ages 2–15
Topical antibiotic
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Ointment (22g)
Pricing
Simple pricing. Medication included.
Clinician review, prescription, and shipping, all in. No copays, no insurance drama, no surprise bills.
Pay per visit
$45
/visit
No commitment. Pay each time you need a consult.
12-medication formulary
What's included
- Online evaluation · Follow-up when clinically appropriate
- Prescription included, up to 1 Rx per month
- Cost of Rx fully covered
- Personalized care plan
- Free shipping in discreet packaging
* Tacrolimus carries an additional fee.
Find my treatment
Best value
Monthly
$35
/mo
3-month minimum. Up to 1 visit and 1 Rx per month.
12-medication formulary
What's included
- Online evaluation · Follow-up when clinically appropriate
- Prescription included, up to 1 Rx per month
- Cost of Rx fully covered
- Personalized care plan
- Free shipping in discreet packaging
* Tacrolimus carries an additional fee.
Find my treatment
FAQ
The questions parents ask most.
Fern currently treats children ages 2 and up, with a parent or legal guardian completing the intake and consenting to treatment. We do not currently treat infants under 2, if your child is younger, please consult your pediatrician.
Every case is reviewed by a US-licensed clinician with experience in dermatology and pediatric skin conditions. If your child's case requires in-person evaluation or specialist care beyond our scope, we'll tell you, and you won't be charged.
Yes. Our pediatric formulary uses age-appropriate medications and dosing. We prescribe tacrolimus 0.03% (FDA-approved for ages 2–15, not the higher-potency adult formulation), low-to-mid-potency topical steroids only, and weight-appropriate antihistamine dosing. We do not prescribe high-potency steroids for children.
Tacrolimus 0.03% ointment (brand name: Protopic) has been FDA-approved for mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis in children ages 2–15 since 2000. It is a non-steroidal option, making it particularly useful for sensitive areas like the face and neck where steroid use needs to be limited.
Topical steroids are used very cautiously on children's faces. Low-potency options like hydrocortisone 2.5% or desonide may be appropriate for short durations; tacrolimus is often preferred for facial eczema in children. Your clinician will specify what goes where.
There's no live visit. You complete a written intake form on your child's behalf (skin history, photos, current routine) and a clinician reviews it asynchronously. You provide consent as the parent or legal guardian.
Fern treats atopic dermatitis (eczema) in children ages 2 and older. We do not treat psoriasis, fungal infections, suspected skin cancer, or conditions outside the eczema spectrum. If your child's skin condition appears to be something else, we'll direct you appropriately.
No. Fern is cash-pay: no insurance, no prior authorizations, no denials. Many parents use HSA or FSA funds. Check with your plan administrator to confirm eligibility.
Message the care team through your Fern account and we respond promptly. If your child is experiencing a medical emergency (difficulty breathing, severe swelling, or signs of a serious allergic reaction) call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Yes. Cancel from your account in two clicks. No phone calls, no fees.
Your child’s eczema prescription, without the runaround.
Pediatric care, reviewed by a licensed clinician. No waiting room required.
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