Fucidin H

Fucidin H

hydrocortisone + fusidic acid

Manufacturer:

LEO Pharma

Distributor:

DKSH
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Per g Fusidic acid 20 mg, hydrocortisone acetate 10 mg
Indications/Uses
Dermatitis, including atopic dermatitis & contact dermatitis, where an infection w/ bacteria sensitive to fusidic acid is suspected or confirmed.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Primary fungal, viral or bacterial skin infections either untreated or uncontrolled by appropriate treatment; skin manifestations in relation to TB, either untreated or uncontrolled by appropriate treatment; perioral dermatitis & rosacea.
Special Precautions
Avoid long-term continuous therapy; contact w/ eyes; applying on the breast. Limit therapy to no more than 14 days at a time to minimise risk of developing resistance. May be associated w/ increased susceptibility to infection, aggravation of existing infection, & activation of latent infection. Contains butyl hydroxyanisole, cetyl alcohol & K sorbate. Pregnancy. Childn. Fusidic acid: Reports of bacterial resistance. Hydrocortisone acetate: Always consider possible systemic absorption during treatment. Risk of reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression following systemic absorption.
Adverse Reactions
Application site reaction (including pruritus, burning & irritation).
MIMS Class
Topical Anti-Infectives with Corticosteroids
ATC Classification
D07CA01 - hydrocortisone and antibiotics ; Belongs to the class of weak (group I) corticosteroids, in combination with antibiotics. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Fucidin H cream
Packing/Price
15 g x 1's;5 g x 1's
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