Fusidic acid

Generic Name
Fusidic acid
Brand Names
Fucibet, Fucidin, Fucithalmic
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C31H48O6
CAS Number
6990-06-3
Unique Ingredient Identifier
59XE10C19C
Background

An antibiotic isolated from the fermentation broth of Fusidium coccineum. (From Merck Index, 11th ed) It acts by inhibiting translocation during protein synthesis. It is often used topically in creams and eyedrops but is available in systemic formulations including tablets and injections.

Indication

For the treatment of bacterial infections.

Associated Conditions
Bacterial Conjunctivitis, Eye and eyelid infections, Fungal skin infection, Skin Infections caused by Corynebacterium minutissimum infection, Skin Infections caused by Staphylococcus Aureus, Skin Infections caused by Streptococcus Infection, Stye, Bacterial skin infections, Cutaneous dermatophyte infection, Eczematous rash, Mild Atopic dermatitis, Mild Dermatitis caused by Staphylococcus aureusis, Moderate Atopic dermatitis, Moderate Dermatitis caused by Staphylococcus aureusis, Ocular bacterial infections, Susceptible Bacterial Infections
Associated Therapies
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