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Sodium Fusidate - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Sodium Fusidate Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Sodium Fusidate-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Sodium Fusidate brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Sodium Fusidate
Pronunciation : soo-dee-yum-phos-ate
ICD Code : Y56.8 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Sodium Fusidate

India :

International :


Fucidin

Why is Sodium Fusidate Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, prescribed for osteomyelitis, boils, folliculitis, sycosis, and other skin infections.

When should Sodium Fusidate not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Sodium Fusidate?

Adult: PO – The recommended dose is 250 mg twice daily.
Topical- 2% Ointment/Cream- Apply on infected areas 2-3 times daily.

How should Sodium Fusidate be taken?

It comes as an ointment or cream, to apply topically as directed by your physician.
It also comes as a liquid to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Sodium Fusidate?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver problems, jaundice, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• For external use only.

• Monitor liver function regularly while using this medication.

What are the side effects of Sodium Fusidate?

Most Common - Jaundice and liver dysfunction (reversible).
Local - Rashes and irritation.

What are the other precautions for Sodium Fusidate?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Sodium Fusidate?

Store it at room temperature (25°C).

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