Medicine overview
Indications of Fusidate 20 gm
Theropeutic Class
Pharmacology
Dosage & Administration of Fusidate 20 gm
Interaction of Fusidate 20 gm
Contraindications
Side Effects of Fusidate 20 gm
Pregnancy & Lactation
Precautions & Warnings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fusidate 20 gm used for?
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms especially Staph eg, osteomyelitis, septicaemia, endocarditis, superinfected cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, skin & soft tissue infections, surgical & traumatic wound infections.
What is the dosage of Fusidate 20 gm?
Adult: 250-500 mg every 8 hourlySkin & soft tissue infection: 250 mg twice daily.
What are the side effects of Fusidate 20 gm?
GI disturbances eg, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, anorexia; jaundice & change of liver function.
Who should not take Fusidate 20 gm?
Hypersensitivity
What precautions should be taken with Fusidate 20 gm?
Hepatic impairment, biliary obstruction or disease. Monitor hepatic function periodically in patients on high or prolonged oral doses. Avoid during 3rd trimester of pregnancy. Lactation. Premature, jaundiced, acidotic or seriously ill neonates.
Is Fusidate 20 gm safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
No data found
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