Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Salt Composition : Fusidic Acid(2% w/w)
Fucidin Cream should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only and should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Don’t use more than you need as it won’t clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. The affected area should be clean and dry before medicine application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.
It may cause burning sensation, skin irritation, itching, and redness immediately following application over the affected area. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes immediately with water and seek medical attention. Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Fusidic acid inhibits protein synthesis by binding EF-G-GDP, which results in the inhibition of both peptide translocation and ribosome disassembly. It has a novel structure and novel mode of action and, therefore, there is little cross-resistance with other known antibiotics.
Fusidic acid comes in a variety of formulations for oral, intravenous and topical use. After oral administration of 500 mg Cmax values range from 14.5-3.3 mg/l and an elimination half-life of 8.9-11.0 h. Similar values are obtained with intravenous administration of the sodium salt, although peaks tend to be higher.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fucidin
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fusidic Acid Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Liver Disease
Allergy
Fucidin Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
No interaction found/established
Fucidin Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Fusidic acid is an antibiotic. It works by stopping bacteria from growing. It's used to treat bacterial infections, such as skin infections including cellulitis and impetigo, and eye infections including conjunctivitis (red, itchy eyes).
Since the Fucidin cream is to be used externally on the skin it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, you should always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
Especially, any other topical creams or ointments.
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Fucidin Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Fucidin Cream treats bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis.
Don't use it for more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Apply it gently to the infected area of skin three to four times a day.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
Inform your doctor if your infection becomes worse during treatment or if it comes back after you have stopped treatment with Fucidin Cream.
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 dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Q. Is Fucidin Cream an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?
Fucidin Cream is neither an antifungal nor a steroid. It is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin like impetigo (a weeping, crusty and swollen patch of skin), infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).
Q. For how long is it required to use Fucidin Cream?
Use the Fucidin Cream for the time advised by your doctor. The treatment with Fucidin Cream usually stretches for 1-2 weeks although it can be longer in some cases.
Q. What precautions should I take while applying Fucidin Cream?
Fucidin Cream is meant to be applied only on the skin. Always wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Fucidin Cream. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.
Q. What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Fucidin Cream may turn ineffective?
Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Fucidin Cream too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Fucidin Cream in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
Q. What should prompt me to stop using Fucidin Cream?
If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Fucidin Cream, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty in breathing, stinging or burning in the eye which does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.
Q. For how long is it required to use Fucidin Cream?
Use the Fucidin Cream for the time advised by your doctor. The treatment with Fucidin Cream usually stretches for 1-2 weeks although it can be longer in some cases.
Q. What precautions should I take while applying Fucidin Cream?
Fucidin Cream is meant to be applied only on the skin. Always wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Fucidin Cream. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.
Q. What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Fucidin Cream may turn ineffective?
Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Fucidin Cream too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Fucidin Cream in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
Q. What should prompt me to stop using Fucidin Cream?
If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Fucidin Cream, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty in breathing, stinging or burning in the eye which does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.
