Fucidin Cream 10 gm
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Uses of Fucidin Cream 10 gm:
Bacterial skin infections
Composition of Fucidin Cream 10 gm:
Fusidic Acid 2% w/w
MRP:
₹
125
Inclusive of all Taxes
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Description
Bacterial skin infections
Uses
Fusidic Acid is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections.
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness
- Heartburn
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
- Stomach upset
- Vomiting
How to use
Fusidic Acid is meant for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Fusidic Acid is an antibiotic that improves the condition by stopping synthesis of necessary proteins required by bacteria to carry out its important functions. Therefore, it prevents the bacteria from growing, and helps prevent the infection from spreading to
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Fusidic Acid a penicillin/ an antibiotic?
Fusidic Acid (also available as fucidin) is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic. It is not penicillin, but it may kill certain bacteria, which are resistant to penicillin antibiotics
Q. What is fusidic cream used for/ is it good for acne/spots/ringworm/athlete's foot?
Fusidic cream is used to clear skin infection quickly, particularly where the infection only covers a small area. It can be used for treating acne and spots caused by bacterial infections. It is not used for treating fungal infections such as athlete's foot or ringworm. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Q. Is Fusidic Acid available over the counter?
It is available on prescription only. It is not a over the counter medicine.
Q. Is Fusidic Acid and sodium fusidate same?
Sodium fusidate is a salt of Fusidic Acid and it works in the same way as Fusidic Acid
Q. Is fucidin a steroid/ used for impetigo/ good for cold sores/ good for spots/ good for boils/good for treating herpes?
Fucidin is not a steroid. As per doctor's recommendation it can be used for treating impetigo, boils, spots and cold sores, redness as a result of bacterial infection. It is not used for viral diseases that affect the skin such as herpes simplex, varicella (chickenpox) and vaccinia
Q. Is fucidin cream available over the counter?
It is available on prescription only. It is not a over the counter medicine.
Q. How long does Fusidic Acid take to work?
You should see results after a few days of Fusidic Acid treatment; however it depends upon the condition for which it is being treated (for e.g. a course of treatment for impetigo typically lasts for around 7-10 days) and also other factors (age, body weight, other medical conditions etc
Q. Does fucidin cream go out of date/ expiry date?
Every drug has expiry date and is printed on the pack.
Fusidic Acid (also available as fucidin) is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic. It is not penicillin, but it may kill certain bacteria, which are resistant to penicillin antibiotics
Q. What is fusidic cream used for/ is it good for acne/spots/ringworm/athlete's foot?
Fusidic cream is used to clear skin infection quickly, particularly where the infection only covers a small area. It can be used for treating acne and spots caused by bacterial infections. It is not used for treating fungal infections such as athlete's foot or ringworm. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Q. Is Fusidic Acid available over the counter?
It is available on prescription only. It is not a over the counter medicine.
Q. Is Fusidic Acid and sodium fusidate same?
Sodium fusidate is a salt of Fusidic Acid and it works in the same way as Fusidic Acid
Q. Is fucidin a steroid/ used for impetigo/ good for cold sores/ good for spots/ good for boils/good for treating herpes?
Fucidin is not a steroid. As per doctor's recommendation it can be used for treating impetigo, boils, spots and cold sores, redness as a result of bacterial infection. It is not used for viral diseases that affect the skin such as herpes simplex, varicella (chickenpox) and vaccinia
Q. Is fucidin cream available over the counter?
It is available on prescription only. It is not a over the counter medicine.
Q. How long does Fusidic Acid take to work?
You should see results after a few days of Fusidic Acid treatment; however it depends upon the condition for which it is being treated (for e.g. a course of treatment for impetigo typically lasts for around 7-10 days) and also other factors (age, body weight, other medical conditions etc
Q. Does fucidin cream go out of date/ expiry date?
Every drug has expiry date and is printed on the pack.
Expert Advice
- Before you take Fusidic Acid tablets or suspension, tell your doctor: If you have problems with your liver. If you have recently been jaundiced.Do not take statins (medicines to lower blood cholesterol) while using this medicine, If you are using eye drops: Do not wear any type of contact lenses whilst using this medicine.This medicine is only for use in your eyes. Do not swallow the drops. Do not put the drops inside your body or in your ears.Always wash your hands before using Fusidic Acid eye drops.If you are using Fusidic Acid cream: This medicine is only for using on your skin. Do not swallow it. Do not put it inside your body.Always wash your hands before using this cream. Rub the medicine gently on the skin. If you use it on your face be careful to avoid your eyes.
Product Details
SKU: PC-45680
Product Description: Fucidin Cream 10 gm is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packing: Tube
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
Product Description: Fucidin Cream 10 gm is manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packing: Tube
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
