Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone
Drug Class
Skin Conditions
Chemical Class
Fusidane
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
A01AC03, A07EA02, C05AA01, D07AA02, D07XA01, H02AB09, S01BA02, S01CB03, S02BA01
Status
Essential Medicine
What is Fosedich?
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
-
2
Adult · Ophthalmic
1 % — 6 hourly
drops.
3
Adult · PO, IV
500 mg — 8 hourly
4
Adult · Topical
2 % — 8 hourly
-
5
Child · Opthalmic
1 % — 12 hourly
For Paeds of all ages
6
Child · Oral
25 mg/kg — 8 hourly
-
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 260
Servaid observed price · as of 30 July 2026
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
ServaidRs 260
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Hydrocortisone, and what they are not.
Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
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Udic-H
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Rs 323Rs 323/unit
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Rs 356.25Rs 356.25/unit
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10G
Rs 397.1Rs 397.1/unit
No DRAP alertsMartin Dow
Fusac-H
15G
Rs 399Rs 399/unit
SANTE (PRIVATE) LIMITED
Fusilhc
Rs 90
TABROS
Fusidermh
Rs 170
No DRAP alertsMARTIN DOW
Fudich
Rs 187
SHAIGAN
Fusach
Rs 239.08
SANTE (PVT) LIMITED
Fuskinh
Rs 250
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