Fucidine

Fucidin (fusidic acid) is a polycyclic antibiotic.

It is shown for infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis and methicillin-resistant strains of Staphylococcus aureus: Infectious inflammation of the bones, periosteum, bone marrow, septicemia (blood poisoning), pneumonia, inner shell of the heart, cystic fibrosis, wound infections (including purulent, specific, rotten), infections of skin and soft tissues.

The average duration of the drug course is 7 days. If necessary, the doctor can extend the course of pharmacotherapy up to 14 days.

Clinical and pharmacological group

Antibiotic. Has a bacteriostatic or bactericidal effect.

Terms of sale from pharmacies

Can buywithout a doctor's prescription.

Price

How much does Futsidin cost in pharmacies? The average price in 2018 is at the level of580 rubles.

Composition and form of release

Fucidin is released in dosage form:

Creams for external use 2%, 15 g in aluminum tubes. One tube in the package;
Ointments for external use 2%, 15 g in aluminum tubes. One tube in the package;

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Cream for external use containing fusidic acid and hydrocortisone, 15 g in aluminum tubes. One tube in the package.

Pharmacological effect

Fucidin is an antibiotic that has a bacteriostatic or bactericidal effect. Suppress protein synthesis by inhibiting the factor necessary for translocation of protein subunits and elongation of the peptide chain, which leads to the death of the pathogen.

Highly active against Staphylococcus spp., Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis, Nocardia asteroides, Clostridium spp.

Less active against Streptococcus spp., Enterococcus spp., Neisseria spp., Bacteroides spp., Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Mycobacterium leprae.

Indications for use

Fucidin in the form of ointment and cream is intended for application to the skin for therapeutic purposes, as part of complex therapy for diseases caused by fusidic acid sensitive microorganisms:

pustular lesions;
streptoderma;
staphyloderma;
acne disease;
Eczema is wetting, complicated by the attachment of a secondary bacterial infection.

Contraindications

Fucidine is not prescribed for hypersensitivity to the active or auxiliary components of the drug.

Fucidine in combination with hydrocortisone is not prescribed:

In cases of skin tuberculosis;
With rosacea;
In primary skin infections that are caused by bacteria, fungi or herpes viruses or chicken pox;
With cutaneous manifestations of syphilis;
In cases of perioral dermatitis;
With hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
Children up to two years.

Intended use for pregnancy and lactation

Nursing mothers and pregnant women should not apply ointment or cream on large areas of the skin. Fucidin is prescribed in the period of bearing of the child and lactation only in those cases when it is impossible to select an alternative drug.

Dosage and route of administration

As indicated in the instructions for use Fucidine in the form of cream and ointment is used only externally. The drug is applied a thin layer on the affected area of the skin and left until absorbed. The product should be applied to the previously cleaned and dried code 4 times a day. If necessary, with severe skin diseases, the ointment or cream can be applied under occlusive gauze dressing, in this case the drug is used only 2 times a day.

The duration of the course of treatment with the drug is from 7 to 14 days. In the absence of improvement by 5 days from the beginning of therapy, the patient should repeatedly consult a doctor to clarify the diagnosis and correction of the prescribed treatment.

Adverse Reactions

Undesirable effects with Fucidin are extremely rare and can be as follows:

From the skin and subcutaneous tissues: rash, irritation, contact dermatitis, hives, eczema
From the side of the eye: irritation of the conjunctiva

With intravenous and oral administration: spasm of veins, thrombophlebitis, nausea and vomiting, anaphylaxis, anemia, asthenia, drowsiness

Overdose

An overdose of the drug is unlikely (especially when using external forms). Theoretically, it is possible to change liver parameters, the appearance of disorders from the digestive tract, jaundice.

special instructions

There was no cross-sensitivity to other antibiotics.

It should be noted that fusidic acid can be used for violations of kidney function and in cases where the use of other antibiotics is contraindicated.

In severe infections, as well as in cases where long-term treatment is necessary, fusidic acid should be combined with other antibiotics active against staphylococci, in order to reduce the risk of developing resistance.

Compatibility with other drugs

With simultaneous application with colestyramine, insoluble complexes are formed, which leads to a decrease in the concentration of fusidic acid in the blood plasma.

With the simultaneous use of fusidic acid with penicillins, penicillinase resistant, cephalosporins, erythromycin, rifampicin, lincomycin, additive action or synergism is observed.

Reviews

We offer you to read reviews of people who used Futsidin:

Tanya. Ointment is a strong antibiotic. After I had the flu, I had a small spot on my arm that was dark in the sun. The dermatologist has defined, that it is one of kinds depriving which can be picked up easily in the summer, even in public transport. Has registered to me this ointment - "Futsidin", has told or said to smear, until the maculae will disappear, and in a week it or him did not become. The remedy is good, at an affordable price, and strong. I think if I were prescribed something different, then maybe the treatment would be delayed. Now lies, just in case. In the pharmacy in which I acquired it, they no longer sell it, they said it was a rarity.
Olga. I used the agent in the form of ointment. Removes skin inflammations, suppuration. You can apply pimples. Acts quickly, very efficiently. He became a favorite medicine, thanks to indispensability, effectiveness. I never failed. Refers to antibiotics, so too often not popolzueshsya. Had to look for sale. Not in any pharmacy is sold, although the price is average. They explained that the cream of this group is rare.

Analogues

Structural analogs for the active substance:

Fusidanate;
Sodium fusidate;
Fusiderm;
Fusidic acid;
Fusidine sodium;
Fuzidine sodium tablets;
Fucidine G;
Fucitalmic.

Before buying an analogue, consult your doctor.

Shelf life and storage conditions

The drug should be protected from children. The cream is stored at a temperature of up to 25 ° C. The ointment is stored at a temperature of up to 30 ° C. Shelf life 3 years.