Fusidic acid belongs to a class of medications known as antibiotics. It is used to treat various skin infections caused by certain kinds of bacteria. Such infections may include impetigo and secondary infections (infections that develop after the skin has been injured) to Burns or broken skin.

Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.

Your doctor may have suggested Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are being given Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical), speak to your doctor. Do not stop using Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) without consulting your doctor.

Do not give Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to use Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) if their doctor has not prescribed it.

Apply a small amount to the affected area 2 to 3 times daily for 7 to 14 days. If your doctor has directed you to cover the lesion with a gauze dressing, you may be directed to apply the medication only 1 or 2 times daily.

Take care to avoid the eyes if the medication is being applied to the face.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to use Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you forget to apply Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical), apply it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next application, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not apply a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Store Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children. Discard Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) within 3 months of opening the tube.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical) with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

• allergic reaction at the site of application, including redness, Hives, swelling, rash, and/or itching
• mild irritation at area of application
• pain (only when medication is applied to deep leg ulcers)
• skin blistering
• symptoms of an eye infection (e.g., pink or red eyes, itchy eyes, eye discharge, crusts on the eyelids or lashes)

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

• signs of a serious allergic reaction (e.g., abdominal cramps, difficulty breathing, nausea and vomiting, or swelling of the face and throat)

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical).

Each tube contains fusidic acid 2% in a cream base. Nonmedicinal ingredients: all-rac-α-tocopherol, butylhydroxyanisole, cetanol, glycerin 85%, hydrochloric acid, paraffin liquid, paraffin white soft, polysorbate 60, potassium sorbate, and purified water.

Fusidic acid or sodium fusidate topical products should not be used by anyone who:

• is allergic to fusidic acid and its salts or to any of the ingredients of Fucidin Topical (Fusidic-acid-topical)
• is allergic to lanolin (for the ointment form only)

Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.