Indications & Uses
Fusicort is indicated in the following skin diseases where bacterial infections are already present or suspected to occur- Primary irritant dermatitis Contact allergic dermatitis Eczema (atopic, infantile, discoid, stasis) Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults: This Cream should be applied 3 times daily and gently massaged onto the affected areas for 2 weeks. A shorter course should be considered if symptoms improve.Children: It is not recommended in children under 3 years of age.
Side Effects
Fusidic Acid has been reported to cause mild irritation at the application site, but did not usually require discontinuation of therapy. Reports of hypersensitivity reactions have been rare. Adverse effects are generally local and include: dryness, itching, burning, local irritation, striae, skin atrophy, atrophy of subcutaneous tissues, telangiectasia, hypertrichosis, change in pigmentation and secondary infection. If applied to the face, acne rosacea or perioral dermatitis can occur.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Fusidic Acid and Hydrocortisone Acetate should not be used in or near the eye because of the possibility of conjuctival irritation by Fusidic Acid. When used under occlusive dressing, over extensive areas or on the face, scalp, axillae and scrotum, suffcient absorption may occur, giving rise to adrenal suppression and other systemic effects.
Contraindications
This preparation is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Fusidic Acid, Hydrocortisone Acetate, or other components of the cream. As with other topical antibiotic/corticosteroid combination preparations, it is contraindicated in bacterial infections due to non-susceptible organisms, fungal infections, tuberculosis of the skin, syphilitic skin infections, chicken pox, eruptions following vaccinations and viral diseases of the skin in general.