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Composition FOR Fustan 2% w/w Cream

Sodium Fusidate(2% w/w)

food interaction for Fustan Cream

alcohol interaction for Fustan Cream

pregnancy interaction for Fustan Cream

lactation interaction for Fustan Cream

medicine interaction for Fustan Cream

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
medicine
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Fustan Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fustan Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
No interaction found/established

SALT INFORMATION FOR Fustan 2% w/w Cream

Sodium Fusidate(2% w/w)

Fustan cream uses

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How fustan cream works

Fustan Cream is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

Common side effects of fustan cream

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Fustan Cream

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    Rs. 10.60/gm of Cream
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    pay 47% more per gm of Cream
  • Sofinox Cream
    (5 gm Cream in tube)
    Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 10/gm of Cream
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    Rs. 56.78
    pay 39% more per gm of Cream
  • Sofinox Cream
    (30 gm Cream in tube)
    Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 10.73/gm of Cream
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    Rs. 340.70
    pay 49% more per gm of Cream
  • Chitomesh- SF Cream
    (5 gm Cream in tube)
    Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 10.94/gm of Cream
    generic_icon
    Rs. 56.78
    pay 52% more per gm of Cream

Expert advice FOR Fustan Cream

  • Do not use Sodium Fusidate more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
  • Avoid getting in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
  • Cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages if suggested by the doctor.
  • Take precaution while applying the medicine around your eyes or the eyes of a child.

Frequently asked questions FOR Fustan 2% w/w Cream

Sodium Fusidate

Q. How long should I use Fustan Cream for?
Use Fustan Cream for the duration recommended by your doctor. It should be used for 1-2 weeks for skin infection. However, sometimes it can be used for a longer duration of time.
Q. How long does Fustan Cream takes to work?
Usually, Fustan Cream takes about few days to work. It's important to finish the full course of treatment to get rid of your skin infection. Inform your doctor if your infection did not get cured even after finishing the full course of treatment.
Q. Can Fustan Cream be used on an open wound?
Fustan Cream can be used on open wound. It is helpful in the treatment of wound infection.
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Q. How often should I apply Fustan Cream?
Fustan Cream should be used as advised by your doctor. It is recommended to apply Fustan Cream for three to four times daily on the infected area.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)