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Fusidic acid
Latest prescription information about Fusidic acid. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Fusidic acid
Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics
ICD Code : Y56
Trade Name(s): India- Dicfu, Dicfu-C, Fucidin, Fucin, Fucin-B, Fucinex, Fucithalmi, Fudec, Fudec-B, Fudec-M, Fudic, Fusa, Fusibact, Fusibact-B, Fusid, Fusiderm, Fusigen, Fusital, Fusiwal, Fusiwal-B, Fuson, Fuson-B, Fuson-H, Futop, Futop Crm, Futop Oint, Halostrol, Mecloma-F, Noboyle, Samadic, Siofin, Stafoban, Vivadic, Vivadic-B. International- Fucidin Suspension, Alfason-Fucidine, Balad. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is bacteriostatic antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infection. It stops bacterial cell growth. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 250 mg twice daily. IV- The recommended dose is >50 kg: 500 mg 3 times/day; <50 kg: 6-7 mg/kg 3 times/day. Topical- As 2% ointment/cream/gel: Apply 3-4 times/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a cream and ointment to apply topically as directed by your physician. It also comes as a power for injection (diluted with fluid), to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, newborns, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * Monitor liver function regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Most Common - Jaundice, liver dysfunction, gastrointestinal disturbances and death of tissues. Blood - Vasoconstriction, vein inflammation and breakdown of red blood cells, low serum calcium levels in the blood. Topical - Rashes and irritation. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature. |
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