Fucidin Cream
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Fucidin cream is an antibiotic cream containing the active ingredient fusidic acid (2%). It treats skin infections such as impetigo and other superficial skin conditions like infected eczema, dermatitis, and other fungal infections. This topical treatment is suitable for treating fungal skin infections in both adults and children. It also helps treat bacterial skin infections by preventing the growth of bacteria. Fucidin cream is most effective when applied to the affected area two or three times a day for about a week.
- Used to treat bacterial infections such as impetigo
- Tackles skin infections as well as inflammation
- Contains 2% fusidic acid, an antibiotic cream that reduces bacteria
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Fucidin Cream
Strength: 20mg/g
Pack Size: 15g
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Fucidin Cream
Fucidin, a brand name for fusidic acid, is an antibacterial cream that can help reduce the symptoms of skin infections such as impetigo.
When to Use Fucidin Cream?
Fucidin cream is a powerful treatment for bacterial skin infections. It's essential to use the medication as your doctor or pharmacist advises.
You should use it to treat impetigo, infected eczema, infected dermatitis, and certain wounds. It's also beneficial for other infections, including boils, folliculitis, carbuncles, and sycosis barbae.
Fucidin Cream Age restrictions
Fucidin cream is suitable for adults and children over two years. However, please follow your doctor's instructions and seek medical advice before using it on a child.
How to use Fucidin Cream?
When using Fucidin cream, follow the doctor's guidance and read the instructions carefully:
- Wash your hands thoroughly before applying the cream.
- Cleanse affected areas with water and mild soap.
- Apply a thin layer of Fucidin cream to the affected area.
- Gently rub the cream into the skin until fully absorbed.
- Rewash your hands after applying the cream.
While you can use Fucidin cream on the face, it's not an acne treatment. Please make sure you avoid contact with the eyes and mouth.
Most people use it for 7-10 days - please continue to apply it for as long as your doctor or pharmacist advises for optimal results.
When to avoid using Fucidin Cream?
While Fucidin cream is a powerful treatment for multiple conditions, it's not suitable for the following uses:
- Acne: The ingredients in Fucidin aren't suitable for treating acne as they won't work against the bacteria.
- Fungal Infections: Please use a specialist treatment if you're experiencing a fungal infection.
- Open Wounds: Fucidin cream can aggravate open wounds.
You should also avoid using the cream for more than 14 days unless your doctor recommends continuing treatment for longer.
Precautions for Fucidin Cream
If you're allergic or sensitive to any of the ingredients in Fucidin cream, please avoid using it. There are other creams available for treating skin infections. People with kidney and liver problems should speak to their doctor before using the cream.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, it's best to seek advice from a medical professional before beginning treatment.
Ingredients of Fucidin Cream
Fucidin cream contains the active ingredient fusidic acid (2%). The inactive ingredients can differ by brand, but they commonly include:
- Butylhydroxyanisole (E320)
- Glycerol
- Cetyl alcohol
- Polysorbate 60
- Liquid paraffin
- Purified water
- Potassium sorbate
- Hydrochloric acid
- White soft paraffin
Side Effects of Fucidin Cream
It is unusual to get side effects when using fusidic acid cream. Some people experience mild skin irritation, which can go away on its own. Speak to a member of our team if this itching is troublesome or doesn’t go away with time.
Leaflets
Before taking any medicines, regardless of whether they are over the counter or prescription-only, it is essential always to read the patient information leaflet.
