Facid is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Facid is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Facid 2% Ointment
Introduction
Facid is an antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Facid should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed b...
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Uses of Facid
Bacterial skin infections
Side effects of Facid
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Facid
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the af...
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How Facid works
Facid is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.
Quick Tips
Do not use Facid more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
Avoid getting in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages if suggested by the doctor.
Take precaution while applying the medicine around your eyes or the eyes of a child.
Brief Description
Indication
Fusidate Ointment is indicated for treatment of, skin infections caused by Staphylococci, Streptococci, Corynebacterium minutissimum and other Fusidat...
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Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Skin infections
Adult: As a 2% ointment/cream/gel: Apply onto affected area 3-4 times daily until there is improvement. If gauze d...
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Child Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Skin infections
Child: As a 2% ointment/cream/gel: Apply onto affected area 3-4 times daily until there is improvement. If gauze d...
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Contraindication
Known hypersensitivity to Fusidic acid, severe hepatic failure.
Mode of Action
Fusidic acid disrupts translocation of peptide subunits and elongating the peptide chain of susceptible bacteria, thus inhibiting protein synthesis.
Precaution
Prolonged treatment should be avoided. Liver impairment. Pregnancy. Caution should be observed when applying Fusidate Ointment near the eye region as ...
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Side Effect
Fusidate Ointment is remarkably well tolerated, and there is an extremely low frequency of hypersensitivity reactions. Rashes and irritation.
Interaction
Synergistic action with antistaphylococcal penicillin. Antagonism with ciprofloxacin.
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