About Fusac-H Cream 20mg / 10mg
Fusac-H Cream contains Fusidic Acid and Hydrocortisone, a topical antibiotic-steroid combo for skin infections.
Fusac-H Cream 20mg / 10mg Uses
- Treats infected eczema and other inflamed skin conditions with a bacterial component
- Treats impetigo caused by susceptible bacteria
- Manages infected dermatitis
- Treats infected insect bites and minor skin injuries
- Used for secondarily infected cellulitis under medical supervision
Fusac-H Cream 20mg / 10mg Benefits
- Combines an antibiotic and a mild steroid in a single application
- Reduces bacterial load while calming redness, swelling and itching
- Convenient application schedule improves treatment adherence
- Speeds visible healing of infected inflamed skin lesions
- Reduces the need for a separate oral antibiotic in localized infections
What Experts Say
Doctors across Pakistan choose this combination when a skin infection shows both bacterial growth and noticeable inflammation, since fusidic acid targets staphylococcal bacteria while hydrocortisone reduces redness, swelling and itching in the same application. Using both together in one product improves adherence compared to prescribing two separate creams.
Physicians generally limit the treatment course to seven to fourteen days because prolonged steroid exposure can thin the skin and encourage bacterial resistance to fusidic acid. Regular review of the affected area helps confirm the infection is clearing and that the skin barrier is recovering as expected.
Extra caution is taken in young children and in patients using the cream on the face, skin folds or large body areas, since these sites absorb more steroid into the bloodstream. Physicians typically avoid this combination on infections caused by viruses or fungi, since the steroid component can allow those infections to spread further.
Drug Class
- Topical Antibiotic and Corticosteroid Combination
Fusac-H Cream 20mg / 10mg Uses in Urdu
- فیوزک ایچ کریم جلد کے متاثرہ اور سوجن والے بیکٹیریل انفیکشن کے علاج کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے۔
- یہ امپیٹائیگو یعنی جلد کے بیکٹیریل انفیکشن میں مفید ہے۔
- یہ متاثرہ ایگزیما اور جلد کی سوزش کو کم کرنے میں مدد دیتی ہے۔
- یہ معمولی زخموں اور کیڑے کے کاٹنے سے پیدا ہونے والے انفیکشن کے علاج میں استعمال ہوتی ہے۔
- ڈاکٹر کی نگرانی میں متاثرہ سیلولائٹس کے علاج میں بھی استعمال کی جا سکتی ہے۔
Fusac-H Cream 20mg / 10mg formula
- Fusidic Acid + Hydrocortisone
How to use Fusac-H Cream 20mg / 10mg?
- Apply a thin layer to the affected skin area
- Use two to three times daily as directed by your doctor
- Wash hands before and after application unless the hands are the treated area
- Do not use for longer than seven to fourteen days without medical advice
- Avoid contact with eyes, mouth and open wounds unless prescribed for that site
- Do not cover the treated area with airtight bandages unless instructed by your doctor
Drug Interactions
- Other Topical Steroids: Combining with additional steroid creams on the same area increases the risk of skin thinning
- Occlusive Dressings: Airtight bandages increase steroid absorption and raise the risk of side effects
- Other Topical Antibiotics: Applying another antibiotic cream on the same area is not recommended without medical advice
- Live Vaccines: Extensive steroid application over large body areas may reduce vaccine effectiveness
Risks and warnings
- Prolonged Use: Extended application can thin the skin and cause stretch marks due to the steroid component
- Antibiotic Resistance: Long term use of fusidic acid may reduce its effectiveness against future infections
- Pregnancy: Limited safety data exists, so use only under medical supervision
- Children: Use in infants and young children needs close medical guidance due to higher steroid absorption through thin skin
- Masked Infections: Not suitable for viral, fungal or tubercular skin infections since the steroid can worsen these conditions
- Eye Exposure: Should not be applied near the eyes since it can raise eye pressure or cause irritation
Fusac-H Cream 20mg / 10mg Side Effects
- Burning or stinging sensation at the application site
- Itching or redness of the treated skin
- Dryness or peeling of the skin
- Mild skin irritation or contact dermatitis
- Thinning of the skin with prolonged use
- Stretch marks with long term application on the same area
- Allergic rash in sensitive individuals
- Delayed wound healing with extended steroid exposure
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
- Keep the tube tightly closed after each use
- Do not freeze the cream
- Keep away from direct sunlight and heat
- Keep out of reach of children
- Discard the tube after the expiry date printed on the pack