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Skin Infections

Skin infections affect the skin in different ways. Cellulitis is a bacterial form that can make an area painful, hot and swollen, sometimes with blisters or flu-like symptoms.

Keftab

Cephalexin

125mg · 250mg · 375mg · 500mg · 750mg

Cephalexin tablets for bacterial infections such as pharyngitis. It belongs to the cephalosporin class and disrupts bacterial cell walls.

From$0.85/ tabletView

Duricef

Cefadroxil

250mg · 500mg

Cefadroxil capsules for bacterial infections such as tonsillitis. They kill bacteria by interfering with their cell wall formation.

From$0.41/ tabletView

Fucidin Cream

Fusidic Acid

2% 15gm · 2% 5gm

Fusidic acid cream for bacterial skin infections such as impetigo. It stops bacteria from producing the proteins they need to multiply.

From$17.33/ tubeView

Key points

  • Cellulitis can affect any area of skin, although it is often seen on the lower limbs.
  • Redness may be less obvious on brown or black skin.
  • Skin infections can have different causes, including bacteria and fungi.

Medicines listed for Skin Infections

The listed products contain Cephalexin and Fusidic Acid, as well as cefadroxil. These are antibiotics, a medicine class used for bacterial infections. The catalogue includes tablet products and a cream supplied in a tube.

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