Treats bacterial skin conditions such as impetigo, infected eczema, and folliculitis.
Bacteriostatic at low levels; bactericidal at higher concentrations (especially against Staph aureus).
Cream formulation for easier application over larger areas.
Generally well tolerated; less greasy than ointment.
Description
Fucidin Cream is a topical antibiotic (fusidic acid 2%) for treating skin infections like infected eczema, impetigo, folliculitis, and infected wounds. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis to clear infection.