Can benadryl cause addiction in infants or create sleep problems?

Was your son prescribed a topical steroid cream (hydrocortisone) or another recommended ointment for inflammation? This could help relieve itching and the inflammation of the eczema. When your son get's a bath, try to use a extra-mild or soapless cleanser, such as Dove or Cetaphil). Apply a rich hypoallergenic moisturizer after a bath, when his skin is damp. Use a humidifier as needed to prevent dry indoor air. Dress him in cotton (rather than wool or another itchy material on his clothes). Keep his fingernail's clipped so that his scratching won't lead to an infection, or by causing damage to his skin by scratching. Usually, eczema that comes and goes in infancy and in toddler's, doesn't leave any lasting effect's. You son may have become slightly dependent on the Benadryl to sleep, but it shouldn't be completely preventing him from sleeping normally. If his sleeping isn't getting any better, and your concerned, contact his pediatrician for further advice.