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FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid), an anti-bacterial medication is prescribed by the physicians for the treatment of number of bacterial skin infections caused by Gram positive and Gram negative organisms. FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) is useful in the treatment of infections like impetigo (highly contagious skin infection), whitlow (paronchya) and sycosis (inflammation of the hair follicles). FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) is effective in combination with rifampicin against Methicillin-Resistant Streptococcus aureus (MRSA) infections. FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) is also useful in the treatment of secondary infections in eczema like dermatitis. FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) inhibits the protein synthesis of the bacteria thereby it kills the bacterium effectively and also prevents the replication of the organism. In the antibiotic treatment regimen FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) is often given as a bacteriostatic dose. FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) is popularly known as true antibiotic.
Who should not take FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid)?
FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) should not be prescribed for the patients with systemic or localised Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections. If you are taking drugs like Atorvastatin, you should not take FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) or your Physician may prescribe an adjusted dosage. Do not apply excess dose of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) or prolonged duration than prescribed, while you are pregnant or if you are nursing mother. If you are allergic to any kind of steroidal topical preparations, you should not take of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid).
FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) Side Effects:
FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) can cause skin rashes, irritation, pain or stinging at the application site. Some times, dark colour urine, pale skin, and jaundice like symptoms and changes in faecal colour can occur as a side effect of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid). Most of the side effects of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) may vary from person.
How should I take FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid)?
The recommended adult dosage of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) topical application is two to three times a day but it depends up on the severity of the disease condition and the patient’s tolerance to the drug and requirement. The following instruction should be followed to apply the FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid): (1) apply a thin layer of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) on the skin and just rub gently. 2) Do not cover the application site with bandage unless directed by Physicians 3) Do not use cosmetics or other skin care applications on the site of the FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) treatment. 4) If there is no visible benefit after the application of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) more than 2 weeks, contact your Doctor immediately. 5) Wash your hands before and after the use of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) with soap water. Keep applying FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. To treat your problems or keep you from getting these symptoms, you have to apply FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) as often and in the way FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) as prescribed by your Physician.
What is the important information I should know about FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid)?
Apply FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Children skin absorbs FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) more rapidly than the adults and caution is needed on long term use.
If you observe weight changes or decrease in growth rate of your child consult your Physician right away.
It is important to apply FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
If FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) gets contacted in to the eye, wash with running water and seek medical help immediately.
Do not keep or use the expired medicine and also when there is no need to use.
Do not apply FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) in the under arm, groin and other covered body parts.
For the long term use of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid), perform the blood tests for cortisol levels, at least once in six months.
Do not stop applying FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Store FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) as per the instructions on the label.
The dosage of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) application may vary from person to person hence, it should not be self-medicated.
FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) is strictly for external use only.
Wash your hands properly before and after using the FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid).
Keep FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) away from the reach of the children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid)?
Take the missed application dose of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and apply FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of application.
What happens if I overdose of FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid)?
Please seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid)?
FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for FUCIDIN CREAM (Fusidic acid) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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