Fucidin Leo Cream
Sodium Fusidate (Fusidic Acid) 2% Topical
20mg
Leo Pharmaceutical Products,Denmark
| Pack size | 15gm tube |
|---|---|
| Unite Price | 303.90 BDT |
Indications
Fucidin Leo Cream is used for:
Fusidate Ointment is indicated for treatment of, skin infections caused by Staphylococci, Streptococci, Corynebacterium minutissimum and other Fusidate sensitive organisms.
The most important indications being:
impetigo, boils, abscess, acne vulgaris,, varicose ulcers, skin grafts, hidradenitis, infected wounds, sycosis barbae, paronychia, folliculitis, carbuncles, erythrasma.
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 dressing is used, then frequency of application may be reduced to 1-2 times daily.
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 dressing is used, then frequency of application may be reduced to 1-2 times daily.
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Known hypersensitivity to Fusidic acid, severe hepatic failure.
Precautions
Prolonged treatment should be avoided. Liver impairment. Pregnancy. Caution should be observed when applying Fusidate Ointment near the eye region as this preparation may cause irritation if it gets into the eye.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Synergistic action with antistaphylococcal penicillin. Antagonism with ciprofloxacin.
Side Effects
Side effects of Sodium Fusidate (Fusidic Acid) 2% Topical :
Fusidate Ointment is remarkably well tolerated, and there is an extremely low frequency of hypersensitivity reactions. Rashes and irritation.
Mode of Action
Fusidic acid disrupts translocation of peptide subunits and elongating the peptide chain of susceptible bacteria, thus inhibiting protein synthesis.
Note
Fucidin Leo 20mg Cream generic name is Sodium Fusidate (Fusidic Acid) 2% Topical. Fucidin Leo 20mg Cream is manufactured by Leo Pharmaceutical Products,DenmarkFucidin Leo is availble in all over Bangladesh.
Mes BD drug index information on Fucidin Leo Cream is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.