Sodium Fusidate Benefits & Uses

Sodium Fusidate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Sodium Fusidate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Sodium Fusidate Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sodium Fusidate is used -

Severe

Swelling

Mild

Contact Dermatitis
Itching or burning
Rash

Sodium Fusidate Related Warnings

Is the use of Sodium Fusidate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Sodium Fusidate. It is best to stop taking Sodium Fusidate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Sodium Fusidate safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Sodium Fusidate. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sodium Fusidate on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Sodium Fusidate on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Sodium Fusidate on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Sodium Fusidate on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sodium Fusidate on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Sodium Fusidate for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Sodium Fusidate with Other Drugs

Sodium Fusidate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Atorvastatin

Sodium Fusidate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sodium Fusidate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Sodium Fusidate

Is this Sodium Fusidate habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Sodium Fusidate.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Sodium Fusidate will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Sodium Fusidate does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Sodium Fusidate cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Sodium Fusidate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sodium Fusidate

Taking Sodium Fusidate with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sodium Fusidate

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sodium Fusidate with alcohol will be.

Unknown