Fusilex 2% Cream
Manufacturer
Farlex Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Fusidic Acid (2% w/w)
Key Information
Short Description
Fusilex 2% Cream is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis.
Dosage Form
Cream
Introduction
Fusilex 2% Cream should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only and should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Don’t use more than you need as it won’t clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. The affected area should be clean and dry before medicine application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. It may cause burning sensation, skin irritation, itching, and redness immediately following application over the affected area. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes immediately with water and seek medical attention. Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor as this may increase the risk of side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Directions for Use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.
How it works
Fusilex 2% Cream is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. Thus it prevents the skin infection from spreading.
Quick Tips
Fusilex 2% Cream treats bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis. Don't use it for more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Apply it gently to the infected area of skin three to four times a day. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas. Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor as this may increase the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if your infection becomes worse during treatment or if it comes back after you have stopped treatment with Fusilex 2% Cream.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Fusilex 2% Cream an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?
Fusilex 2% Cream is neither an antifungal nor a steroid. It is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin like impetigo (a weeping, crusty and swollen patch of skin), infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).
For how long is it required to use Fusilex 2% Cream?
Use the Fusilex 2% Cream for the time advised by your doctor. The treatment with Fusilex 2% Cream usually stretches for 1-2 weeks, although it can be longer in some cases.
What precautions should I take while applying Fusilex 2% Cream?
Fusilex 2% Cream is meant to be applied only on the skin. Always wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Fusilex 2% Cream. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.
What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Fusilex 2% Cream may turn ineffective?
Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Fusilex 2% Cream too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Fusilex 2% Cream in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
What should prompt me to stop using Fusilex 2% Cream?
If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Fusilex 2% Cream, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty in breathing, stinging or burning in the eye which does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.
What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Fusilex 2% Cream may turn ineffective?
Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Fusilex 2% Cream too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Fusilex 2% Cream in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
What should prompt me to stop using Fusilex 2% Cream?
If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Fusilex 2% Cream, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty in breathing, stinging or burning in the eye which does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.
