Fucidin Ointment is an antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.
Fucidin Ointment 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 application of the ointment. 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, as side effects of this medicine. 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 of cream or ointment with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.USES OF FUCIDIN OINTMENT
- Bacterial skin infections
BENEFITS OF FUCIDIN OINTMENT
In Bacterial skin infections
Fucidin Ointment works by stopping the growth of infection causing bacteria on your skin and also prevents their multiplication. This helps stop the spread of infection and promote healing. Fucidin Ointment also reduces symptoms of skin infections like redness, swelling and itchiness. Altogether, it improves skin condition and makes you feel good. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed. It is advisable to keep the area of infection clean and avoid touching or scratching.
SIDE EFFECTS OF FUCIDIN OINTMENT
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fucidin
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
HOW TO USE FUCIDIN OINTMENT
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 gently massage the ointment.
HOW FUCIDIN OINTMENT WORKS
Fucidin Ointment 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.
Fucidin Ointment
Q. How long should I use Fucidin Ointment for?
Use Fucidin Ointment 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 Fucidin Ointment takes to work?
Usually, Fucidin Ointment 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 Fucidin Ointment be used on an open wound?
Fucidin Ointment can be used on open wound. It is helpful in the treatment of wound infection.
Q. How often should I apply Fucidin Ointment?
Fucidin Ointment should be used as advised by your doctor. It is recommended to apply Fucidin Ointment for three to four times daily on the infected area.