Fusidic Acid Cream
Product introduction
Fusidic Acid Cream is an antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis. It alleviates infection symptoms by preventing the further growth of the responsible microorganisms.
Fusidic Acid Cream should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only. Use it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not 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 cleaned and dried before applying the medicine. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.
Common side effects of Fusidic Acid Cream include a 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. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Uses of Fusidic Acid Cream
Benefits of Fusidic Acid Cream
In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Fusidic Acid Cream is an antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has a few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Fusidic Acid Cream
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 Fusidic Acid
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Fusidic Acid 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.
How Fusidic Acid Cream works
Fusidic Acid Cream is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fusidic Acid 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Fusidic Acid Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Fusidic Acid Cream?
If you miss a dose of Fusidic Acid Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.
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Quick tips
- Do not use Fusidic Acid Cream more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Apply it gently to the infected area of the skin three to four times a day.
- Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if your infection becomes worse during treatment or if it comes back after you have stopped treatment with Fusidic Acid Cream.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Steroid esters
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Topical Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Fusidic Acid Cream an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?
Fusidic Acid 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, infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).
For how long is it required to use Fusidic Acid Cream?
Use the Fusidic Acid Cream for the time your doctor advises. The treatment with Fusidic Acid Cream usually stretches for 1-2 weeks, although it can be longer in some cases.
What precautions should I take while applying Fusidic Acid Cream?
Fusidic Acid Cream is meant to be applied only to 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 Fusidic Acid 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.
What is the meaning of drug resistance? Does it mean that even Fusidic Acid 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 Fusidic Acid Cream too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Fusidic Acid Cream in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
What should prompt me to stop using the Fusidic Acid Cream?
If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Fusidic Acid Cream, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty breathing, stinging or burning in the eye that 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.
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- Fusidic acid [EMC Label]. Hurley, Berkshire: Leo Laboratories Limited; 1983 [revised 10 Aug. 2018] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Fusidic acid [Product Monograph]. Thornhill, Ontario: LEO Pharma Inc.; 2017. [Accessed 26 Feb. 2025] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Nanz Med Science Pharma Ltd
Address: Rampur Ghat , Paonta Sahib (HP)-173025
Country of origin: India
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