Fucidin H

What is it?

An antibacterial agent and mildly potent corticosteroid. It is available as an ointment or cream containing 2% sodium fusidate (ointment) or 2% fusidic acid (cream) and 1% hydrocortisone.

Medical Uses

Dermatitis in which bacterial infection is likely to be present.

Dosage

Apply thinly 2 or 3 times each day to affected skin and reduce dose when condition improves.

Special Care

Should not be used on face or on children for more than 5 days. Should be stopped gradually.

Avoid Use

Prolonged or extensive use especially pregnant women or continual use as a preventative. Should not be used to treat acne, leg ulcers, scabies, pen-oral dermatitis, tuberculous skin conditions, skin disorders caused by viruses, ringworm, any untreated bacterial or fungal skin infections.

Known Side Effects

Thinning of skin, adrenal gland suppression, hair growth, Cushingoid type symptoms (as in Cushing's syndrome).

Manufacturer

Leo.