Sodium Fusidate Pharmacology

Sodium Fusidate

About Sodium Fusidate

Steroidal antibiotic (topical).

Mechanism of Action of Sodium Fusidate

Sodium fusidate is a bactericidal or bacteriostatic drug depending upon the concentration. It inhibits the transfer of aminoacid from aminoacyl sRNA to the protein. This will leads to inhibition of protein synthesis in the bacteria and prevent the growth of microbes.

Pharmacokinets of Sodium Fusidate

Absorption: It is very poorly absorbed after topical administration.

Onset of Action for Sodium Fusidate

NULL.

Duration of Action for Sodium Fusidate

NULL.

Half Life of Sodium Fusidate

N/A

Side Effects of Sodium Fusidate

1. Contact dermatitis
2. Irritation
3. Burning
4. Redness
5. Swelling
6. Rashes

Contra-indications of Sodium Fusidate

1. Hypersensitivity to sodium fusidate

Special Precautions while taking Sodium Fusidate

1. Avoid contact with eyes
2. If irritation occurs discard the use of medicament
3. Hepatic impairment
4. Monitor liver function test

Pregnancy Related Information

Use with caution

Old Age Related Information

Use with caution

Breast Feeding Related Information

Contraindicated

Children Related Information

Use with caution

Indications for Sodium Fusidate

Primary and secondary skin infections
1. Impetigo
2. Erythrasma
3. Folliculitis
4. Sycosis barbae
5. Hidradenitis

Interactions for Sodium Fusidate

NULL.

Typical Dosage for Sodium Fusidate

Sodium fusidate 2% cream or ointment .Clean and dry the affected area. Apply the drug as thin layer.2 - 4 times daily.

Schedule of Sodium Fusidate

N/A

Storage Requirements for Sodium Fusidate

Store in a cool dry place. Protect from heat and light. Keep out of the reach of children

Effects of Missed Dosage of Sodium Fusidate

Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Sodium Fusidate

Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Home Delivery for Sodium Fusidate in Your City

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Please be aware that you should take sodium fusidate only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for sodium fusidate before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for sodium fusidate with the pharmacy.

Sodium Fusidate is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for sodium fusidate might be better known than sodium fusidate itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have sodium fusidate in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for sodium fusidate.