Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Indication: Skin infections Age: Adult |
Dose: Topical/Cutaneous 2% ointment/cream/gel – Apply onto affected area Frequency: 3-4 times daily Note: Apply until there is improvement. If gauze dressing is used, then frequency of application may be reduced to 1-2 times daily. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Skin infections Age: Child |
Dose: 2% ointment/cream/gel – Apply onto affected area Frequency: 3-4 times daily Duration: until there is improvement Note: If gauze dressing is used, then frequency of application may be reduced to 1-2 times daily. |
Administration
- Apply to clean, dry skin
- Use thin layer only
Side Effect
- Fusidate Ointment is remarkably well tolerated
- and there is an extremely low frequency of hypersensitivity reactions
- Rashes and irritation
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Ciprofloxacin
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Antagonism
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Antistaphylococcal penicillin
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Synergistic action
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Severe hepatic failure
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Drug toxicity risk
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Pregnancy
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Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
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