Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
10 Mg
Chemical Class
Fusidane
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
What is Cidic H?
Uses
Fusidic Acid is an antibiotic that is often used topically in creams and eyedrops, but may also be given systemically as tablets or injec...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Fusidane
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antibiotics pharmacological group
Fusidic Acid also known as Sodium fusidate. It is of Semi Synthetic origin and belongs to Fusidane. It belongs to Antibacterial (Proteins synthesis inhibitor) pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Antibiotics pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Fusidic Acid is 516.70. Its pKa is 5.35.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Ophthalmic
0.5 mg — 12 hourly
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2
Adult · Ophthalmic
1 % — 6 hourly
drops.
3
Adult · PO, IV
500 mg — 8 hourly
4
Adult · Topical
2 % — 8 hourly
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5
Child · Opthalmic
1 % — 12 hourly
For Paeds of all ages
6
Child · Oral
25 mg/kg — 8 hourly
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7
Child · Slow IV
6 to 7 mg/kg — 8 hourly
Over 6 Hours
Safety Alerts
Fusidic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Hepatic failure, Hypersensitivity
Important Warnings
Use of topical preparation near the eyes should be avoided because of potential conjunctival irritation
Parenterally the drug should be infused slowly to decrease the incidence of thrombophlebitis and vasospasm
Oral administration should be instituted as soon as possible
Long term topical therapy should be avoided particularly is infants & children
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Fusidic Acidwhich give rise to further complications include JaundiceCholestasisHemolysisHyperbilirubinemia. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Fusidic Acid are more or less tolerable and if they become severethey can be treated symptomaticallythese include VomitingDiarrheaRashesPruritusGI symptomsEpigastric pain.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Fusidic Acid was found.
Storage
Eye Oint Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Below 25°C.
Price Intelligence
Rs 275.61
DRAP approved maximum price · per 15mg · approved 11 Aug, 2025
No retail price observed for this pack. Retailers may not exceed the approved maximum.
Prices across sources
DRAPper 15mgRs 275.61
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing 10 Mg, and what they are not.
Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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