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

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

Information Checked by Dhanalakshmi Chinnuswamy, Diploma in Pharmacy, MBA (Healthcare)

Further Checked by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

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•   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.

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.

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.

Hypersensitivity.

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

• Monitor liver function regularly while taking this medication.

Avoid excess dosage.

Store it at room temperature.