Usage And Safety
Dosage
Fusidic Acid + Betamethasone Valerate
Side Effects
• Skin irritation • Worsening of your eczema • Burning feeling • Itching • Dry skin • Pain or irritation at the site of application Rash, such as hives • Skin redness • Swelling or small bumps at the site of application • Thinning of the skin • Stretch marks • Appearance of blood vessels and redness on the skin surface
Drug Interactions
Ask your physician or pharmacist for any drug interaction
Indication
It is used to treat conditions where the skin is inflamed (eczema or dermatitis) and also infected by germs (bacteria).
When not to Use
Do not use if: • You are allergic (hypersensitive) to fusidic acid, betamethasone valerate or any of the other ingredients in your medicine • You have a skin condition called acne rosacea. This is redness and inflammation over your nose and cheeks. Ask your doctor if you are unsure. • You have a skin condition called perioral dermatitis. This is a red spotty rash around your mouth or chin. • You have a skin condition caused only by bacteria, virus or fungus that is not being treated, or is not controlled by existing treatment. Using this may make these conditions worse or hide their symptoms. Examples include boils or spots, cold sores, chickenpox and athlete’s foot. Ask your doctor if you are unsure.
Warnings
Warning 1
This medicine is only for using on your skin or the skin of a child. Do not swallow it. Do not put it inside your body.
Warning 2
Always wash your hands before using this cream. Rub the medicine gently on the skin.
Warning 3
If you accidentally get any medicine in your eye, wash it out with cold water straight away. Then bathe your eye with eyewash if possible. Your eye may sting. If you start to have any problems with your sight or your eye is sore, contact your doctor immediately.
