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Fusidic Acid

Clinically reviewed by MedNext Clinical Team. Last reviewed 1 January 2026. See our editorial policy and correction policy.

2 brand names

Indications

  • Staphylococcal skin infection
  • Non-bullous impetigo [in patients who are not systemically unwell or at high risk of complications], Secondary bacterial infection of eczema [
  • Staphylococcal eye infections

+ 2 more indications in the full monograph

Safety Information

🤰Pregnancy guidance available
🤱Breastfeeding guidance available
🫁Hepatic impairment guidance

Cautions

acid With systemic use Impaired transport and metabolism of bilirubin With topical use Avoid contact of cream or ointment with eyes Cautions, further information Avoiding resistance With topical use:

Side Effects

Commondrows
UncommonCommon or very common When used by eye (topical) Dry eye, eye discomfort

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Brand Names

Fucidin(IN, PK, SA, AE, EG, ZA, NG)Fusiwal(IN)
Mn

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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset

Last reviewed: 2026

Reviewer: MedNext Clinical Team

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