Name: Fusi
Creator: Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy
Published: Feb 01, 2017

Fusi is bacteriostatic antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infection. It stops bacterial cell growth.

Fusi Cream Santiago Life Sciences Generic : Fusidic Acid	₹ 72.00 2% 10 g

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Drug information on Fusi (Fusidic Acid) from Santiago Life Sciences

Drug Name : Fusidic Acid

Fusidic acid(Fucidin Suspension) generic Fusi is bacteriostatic antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infection. It stops bacterial cell growth.
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Trade Names for Fusidic Acid

India :

International :

Fucidin Suspension, Alfason-Fucidine, Balad

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)
Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

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.

Side effects of Fusi

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.

How to use Fusi?

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.

When Should Fusi not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Fusi

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, newborns, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Monitor liver function regularly while taking this medication.

Other Precautions for Fusi

Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions for Fusi

Store it at room temperature.

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