Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Fusidic Acid
Drug Class
Skin Conditions
Chemical Class
Fusidane
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
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Uses
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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
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes, long term therapy should be avoided particularly in infant and children
Side Effects
Skin reactionburning sensationLocal irritation
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 341.05
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 341.05 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 341.05
ServaidRs 244
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Fusidic Acid, and what they are not.You pay Rs 166 more than the cheapest equivalent
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Rs 322.73Rs 322.73/unit
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Rs 332.5Rs 332.5/unit
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Rs 375.25Rs 375.25/unit
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15g
Rs 379.05Rs 379.05/unit
SHAIGAN PHARMACEUTICALS
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15g
Rs 381.41Rs 381.41/unit
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Rs 174.8
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Rs 223.41
No DRAP alertsWOODWARDS
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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