Fucidin Cream
Utilised to manage superficial bacterial skin infections to alleviate pustular lesions and support dermal healing.
- Categories
- Antibiotics · Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Fusidic Acid
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Cream
- Strengths
- 2% 15gm · 2% 5gm
Prescription and consultation requirements for Fucidin Cream vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Fucidin Cream details
- Conditions
- Primary and Secondary Skin Infections · Impetigo
- Alternative names
- fusidic acid
- Therapeutic class
- Topical Antibacterial
- Pharmacological class
- Steroidal Antibiotic
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to fusidic acid
- Minor side effects
- mild local irritation; erythema
- Moderate side effects
- dry skin; pruritus; burning sensation
- Serious side effects
- severe contact dermatitis, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Cream
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Manufacturer
- LEO Pharma
- Onset Time
- 24–48 hours
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Approved for infants, children, and adults.
Patient summary
utilised to manage superficial bacterial skin infections to alleviate pustular lesions and support dermal healing.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits bacterial protein translation by blocking translocation factor G, clearing susceptible pathogen colonies.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category B: Safety established during topical use. Breastfeeding: Safe. Do not apply near breasts.