Fusidate2%
Ointment
Aristopharma Limited
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Fusidate is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, ther... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Fusidate is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Fusidate is an antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further g... View More
Uses of Fusidate
- Bacterial skin infections
Side effects of Fusidate
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Fusidate
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Fusidate works
Fusidate is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival... View More
- Do not use Fusidate more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
- Avoid getting in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages if suggested by the doctor.
- Take precaution while applying the medicine around your eyes or the eyes of a child.
Indication
Fusidate Ointment is indicated for treatment of, skin infections caused by Staphylococci, Streptococci, Corynebacterium minutissimum and other Fusidate ... View More
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous Skin infections Adult: As a 2% ointment/cream/gel: Apply onto affected area 3-4 times daily until there is improvement. If gauze dre... View More
Child Dose
Topical/Cutaneous Skin infections Child: As a 2% ointment/cream/gel: Apply onto affected area 3-4 times daily until there is improvement. If gauze dre... View More
Contraindication
Known hypersensitivity to Fusidic acid, severe hepatic failure.
Mode of Action
Fusidic acid disrupts translocation of peptide subunits and elongating the peptide chain of susceptible bacteria, thus inhibiting protein synthesis.
Precaution
Prolonged treatment should be avoided. Liver impairment. Pregnancy. Caution should be observed when applying Fusidate Ointment near the eye region as th... View More
Side Effect
Fusidate Ointment is remarkably well tolerated, and there is an extremely low frequency of hypersensitivity reactions. Rashes and irritation.
Interaction
Synergistic action with antistaphylococcal penicillin. Antagonism with ciprofloxacin.
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