Is fucidin cream safe for dogs?
Fuciderm ® was prescribed for your dog only, and it should not be used on other dogs.
How long does it take for fucidin ointment to work?
Your skin should start to improve after a few days. But it’s very important to use the cream or ointment for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Treatment with fusidic cream or ointment is usually for 1 or 2 weeks, although sometimes it can be for longer.
What is fucidin ointment used for?
Fucidin® Ointment is made to be put directly on skin and wounds. It treats skin and wound infections, especially those caused by Staphylococci. Fucidin® Ointment does not work against infections caused by viruses and other bacteria, which are resistant.
Can I use fucidin cream on a cut?
Unless your doctor has told you to, you must not use Fucidin H cream on open wounds or sensitive areas such as the nostrils, ears, lips or genitals. Unless your doctor has told you to, you must not use Fucidin H cream on thin skin, skin ulcers, broken veins or acne.
Is fucidin cream good for pimples?
Topical fusidic acid is occasionally used as a treatment for acne vulgaris. As a treatment for acne, fusidic acid is often partially effective at improving acne symptoms.
Can Fucibet be used long term?
Long-term continuous topical therapy with Fucibet should be avoided. Depending on the application site, possible systemic absorption of betamethasone valerate should always be considered during treatment with Fucibet.
What can I use instead of Fucidin cream?
Fucibet cream is another Fucidin cream alternative, containing fusidic acid and betamethasone. Fucibet is an effective and fast-acting prescription-only medicine, used where the inflammation is moderate alongside the infection.
Is Fucidin an antifungal cream?
Fucidin H Cream contains the active ingredients hydrocortisone 1%, which is an anti-inflammatory steroid, and fusidic acid 2%, which treats most common bacterial infections of the skin. It is not active against fungal skin infections.
Can I use Fucidin cream on my face?
You must not use the medicine for a long time on your face. Unless your doctor has told you to, you must not use Fucidin H cream on open wounds or sensitive areas such as the nostrils, ears, lips or genitals.
