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
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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
Acne, perioral dermatitis, potent corticosteroids in widespread plaque psoriasis, rosacea, untreated viral skin lesions
Important Warnings
Avoid prolonged use, keep away from eyes, under specialist supervision in psoriasis (can result in rebound relapse, development of generalized pustular psoriasis, and local and systemic toxicity)
Do not use steroid as sole therapy in psoriasis
Do not use steroids to treat diaper dermatoses in infants
If local irritation develops discontinue use
Side Effects
Burningitchingirritationerythemadrynessfolliculitishypertrichosispruritusacneiform eruptionshypo-pigmentationperi-oral dermatitisallergic contact dermatitismaceration of the skinthinning of the skin (the original structure may never return)worsening of acne and rosacea
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 375
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 375
ServaidRs 230
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.
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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