Skin infection due to Staph or other fusidic acid-susceptible bacteria eg, impetigo contagiosa, superficial folliculitis, furunculosis, sycosis barbae, hidradenitis axillaris, abscess, paronychia, erythrasma.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult & childn Open lesion Apply 3-4 times daily. Closed lesion Apply more frequent. Duration of therapy: Approx 7 days.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Infections due to nonsensitive organism against fusidic acid especially Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Special Precautions
Avoid contact w/ eyes. May increase the risk of sensitization & bacterial resistance. If possible, avoid use during the last mth of pregnancy. May cause kernicterus in babies during the 1st mth of age.
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