Fucidin Cream

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Last updated on 01 Apr 2026 | 05:21 PM (IST)

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Fucidin Cream is a topical antibiotic that contains fusidic acid. It is used to treat bacterial skin infections such as impetigo, infected eczema, and infected cuts or wounds. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria on the skin. Apply a small amount to the affected area as directed by your doctor. Common side effects include itching, burning, or irritation at the application site. Do not use it for longer than prescribed, as prolonged use may increase the risk of antibiotic resistance.

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Fusidic Acid (2% w/w)

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Product introduction

Fucidin Cream is a topical antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo and infected dermatitis. It alleviates infection symptoms by preventing the further growth of the responsible microorganisms.

Use Fucidin Cream as prescribed by your doctor in the exact dose and duration. This medicine is for external use only and should not be ingested. Use it regularly to get the most benefit. Clean and dry the affected area before applying the medicine. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.

Common side effects of Fucidin Cream include a 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, ears, or nose. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes immediately with water and seek medical attention. Do not cover the treated area with airtight dressings, such as bandages, unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Uses of Fucidin Cream

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Benefits of Fucidin Cream

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Fucidin Cream is an antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. 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.

Side effects of Fucidin Cream

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

Irritation

How to use Fucidin Cream

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 Fucidin Cream works

Fucidin 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.

Dosage

The dose of Fucidin Cream depends on the type and severity of your skin infection, as well as the area being treated. It is usually applied to the affected area 2 to 4 times a day, as advised by your doctor. Your doctor will decide how much to apply and how long you should continue treatment.

Use Fucidin Cream exactly as directed and do not apply more than needed. Continue treatment for the full duration advised by your doctor, even if the affected area starts to improve earlier. Apply it only to the affected area and avoid contact with the eyes, nose, and mouth. If your symptoms do not improve or get worse, consult your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Fucidin Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Fucidin Cream may result in headache, nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal irritation, gastrointestinal bleeding, diarrhoea, disorientation, dizziness, tinnitus, hypotension, respiratory depression, fainting, and convulsions. Effects of serious poisoning may include kidney failure and liver damage.

In case of suspected overdosage, contact your doctor and seek medical help immediately.

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Quick tips

Clean and dry the affected skin before applying Fucidin Cream, and apply a thin layer to the affected area.
Wash your hands before and after applying Fucidin Cream to help prevent the spread of infection.
Avoid contact of Fucidin Cream with the eyes, nose, or mouth, and rinse thoroughly with water if accidental contact occurs.
Do not cover the treated area with airtight dressings or tight bandages unless your doctor advises you to.
Use Fucidin Cream for the full duration prescribed, even if the skin appears to improve earlier.
Stop using Fucidin Cream and consult your doctor if you develop a rash, blistering, or worsening irritation.
Inform your doctor if the infection worsens or returns after stopping Fucidin Cream.
Do not use Fucidin Cream on infants or large/deep wounds without consulting your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fucidin Cream is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fucidin Cream and how does it work?

Fucidin Cream is a topical antibiotic cream containing fusidic acid, which belongs to a class of medicines that help stop the growth of bacteria on the skin. When applied to the affected area, the active ingredient works by interfering with the way bacteria make proteins, slowing or stopping their growth so your body can clear the infection. This makes it useful for treating certain bacterial skin infections such as impetigo, infected dermatitis, or superficial folliculitis.

For how long is it required to use Fucidin Cream?

The usual course of treatment with Fucidin Cream depends on the type and extent of the skin infection. Your doctor will tell you how often to apply the cream and for how many days. It is generally recommended that you continue using it for the full duration prescribed, even if symptoms start to get better early, because stopping too soon may leave the infection partly untreated.

What precautions should I take while applying Fucidin Cream?

Before using Fucidin Cream, wash and dry your hands and the affected area. Apply a thin layer only to the infected skin and avoid contact with eyes, inside the nose or mouth, and other sensitive areas. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Do not bandage or cover the area unless your doctor tells you to, as occlusive covering may increase absorption and irritation. If you notice persistent irritation, rash, or signs of an allergic reaction, stop using it and contact your healthcare provider.

What is the meaning of drug resistance?

Does it mean that even Fucidin Cream may turn ineffective? “Drug resistance” refers to the ability of bacteria to adapt in ways that allow them to survive exposure to an antibiotic that once worked against them. With topical antibiotics like Fucidin Cream, bacteria may become less sensitive if the medicine is overused or used inappropriately, reducing its effectiveness against certain infections. This is why it is important to use Fucidin Cream only for the infection for which it was prescribed and to complete the full course as advised. Prolonged or repeated use may increase the risk of resistance.

When should I stop using Fucidin Cream?

If you experience severe irritation, swelling, itching, a rash, or other signs of a skin allergy at the site of application, stop using Fucidin Cream and speak to your doctor. You should also stop and seek medical advice if your symptoms do not improve within a few days of starting treatment or if they worsen, as this may indicate the infection is not responding or another condition is present.

Is Fucidin Cream effective against fungal or viral infections?

No, Fucidin Cream is formulated to treat bacterial skin infections and is not effective against fungal or viral infections. This means it should not be used to treat conditions like athlete’s foot (a fungal infection), warts, or cold sores (viral infections). Using it in these situations is unlikely to help and may delay proper treatment.

Does Fucidin Cream cause skin thinning like steroids?

Fucidin Cream contains an antibiotic, not a steroid. Steroids are known to cause thinning of skin with prolonged use, but fusidic acid does not have this steroid-like action. That said, any topical medicine can sometimes cause local skin reactions such as irritation or redness. If you notice persistent skin changes at the application site, discuss them with your healthcare provider.

Is Fucidin Cream safe for use on the face?

Fucidin Cream can be used on the face if your healthcare provider has prescribed it for a bacterial infection in that area. However, you should avoid contact with the eyes or mucous membranes.

Can Fucidin Cream be used on infected eczema?

In certain cases, Fucidin Cream may be used if eczema becomes infected with bacteria and your doctor recommends it. Topical fusidic acid targets the bacterial component of the infection. It is not a treatment for eczema itself, but may help when a secondary bacterial infection is present.

Can I use Fucidin Cream on an open wound?

Because Fucidin Cream is used for superficial bacterial skin infections, it may be applied gently to small, superficial cuts or grazes if a doctor has prescribed it. However, it should not be used on deep, large, or heavily weeping wounds without medical advice. Applying topical antibiotics to deep or significant wounds should be guided by a clinician.

Can Fucidin Cream be used on private parts?

Use of Fucidin Cream in sensitive areas, such as the genital or groin region, should be done only if your doctor specifically prescribes it for a confirmed bacterial infection in that area. These areas have delicate skin, and inappropriate use can increase irritation or sensitivity. Your healthcare provider can advise on safe and appropriate management if a confirmed infection is present.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Steroid esters

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Topical Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors

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User feedback

Patients taking Fucidin Cream

Twice A Day

56%

Once A Day

32%

Thrice A Day

12%

What are you using Fucidin Cream for?

Bacterial skin infections

75%

Others

24%

Bacterial infections

How much was the improvement?

Average

45%

Poor

28%

Excellent

26%

What were the side-effects while using Fucidin Cream?

No Side Effect

80%

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

15%

Itching

How do you take Fucidin Cream?

With or without food

64%

With food

21%

Empty stomach

14%

Please rate Fucidin Cream on price

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General Information

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Product introduction

Uses of Fucidin Cream

Benefits of Fucidin Cream

Side effects of Fucidin Cream

How to use Fucidin Cream

How Fucidin Cream works

Dosage

Missed Dose

Overdose

All substitutes for Fucidin Cream

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Fucidin Cream and how does it work?

For how long is it required to use Fucidin Cream?

What precautions should I take while applying Fucidin Cream?

What is the meaning of drug resistance?

When should I stop using Fucidin Cream?

Is Fucidin Cream effective against fungal or viral infections?

Does Fucidin Cream cause skin thinning like steroids?

Is Fucidin Cream safe for use on the face?

Can Fucidin Cream be used on infected eczema?

Can I use Fucidin Cream on an open wound?

Can Fucidin Cream be used on private parts?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

User feedback

Patients taking Fucidin Cream

What are you using Fucidin Cream for?

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What were the side-effects while using Fucidin Cream?

How do you take Fucidin Cream?

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