Fucidin H Cream
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Fucidin H Cream
Monday, 29 Apr 2024
Medication features
Fucidin H is an antibiotic cream containing fusidic acid 2% that specifically treats infected eczema over a seven to ten day course.
- Fast acting Dual-action formula
- Treats eczema and psoriasis
- Helps with broken and infected skin
- Strength: 2% fusidic acid and 1% hydrocortisone
- Applied topically to the affected area twice daily
- Short term use only
- Treatment course typically lasts 2 weeks, but may vary depending on the condition
- Patient Leaflet
Registered UK Pharmacy Number: 1039428
Order Monday to Friday before 14:00pm to guarantee next day delivery
Overview
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Buy Fucidin H Cream Online UK
Fucidin H Cream is a topical medication used to treat infected skin conditions, particularly those with inflammation, like eczema. It's a dual-action treatment containing two active ingredients:
- Hydrocortisone: A steroid that reduces inflammation, redness, itching, and swelling.
- Fusidic acid: An antibiotic that kills bacteria causing the infection.
✅ Who can use it?
- Anyone, including children and elderly, as advised by your doctor.
- Always follow your doctor's instructions for using Fucidin H Cream.
❌ Who cannot use Fucidin H Cream?
- If you are allergic to fusidic acid or hydrocortisone
- On fungal or viral skin infections
- On open wounds or burns
- For long periods without medical supervision
How to use Fucidin H Cream?
Fucidin H is prescribed for topical application (directly to the affected skin only, avoiding healthy skin). Applying it correctly is crucial for quick and effective results.
Before applying:
- ✅ Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
- ✅ Clean and dry the affected area gently. Avoid harsh scrubbing.
Apply a thin layer only on the affected area, twice daily, until the skin condition improves. Once symptoms subside, consider stopping treatment or switching to a less potent medicine.
❌ Don't use it for more than 2 weeks without talking to your doctor. If your condition hasn't improved within two weeks, seek their advice for the alternative treatment.
How does Fucidin H Cream work?
Eczema flare-ups break our skin's protection, allowing in bacteria that cause infection.
Fucidin H Cream fights back with two powerful ingredients:
Hydrocortisone calms the sore skin and rebuilds the barrier, while Fusidic Acid works by stopping the bacteria growing and increasing in number. The bacteria then die or our immune system kills them.
This double-action combo soothes the symptoms and recovers the infection, but remember, it needs a doctor's prescription and only works for bacterial eczema.
What other skin problems can Fucidin H Cream help with besides eczema?
Fucidin H Cream is a prescription medication for dry skin conditions accompanied by secondary bacterial infections, such as atopic eczema and various types of dermatitis (irritant, allergic, or seborrheic).
The cream's antibiotic ingredient, fusidic acid, effectively targets these bacterial infections, making it a effective treatment option in these specific skin conditions.
Author
| Name | Mr Suhail Jamil |
| Role | Superintendent Pharmacist |
| GPhc Number | 2069518 |
FAQ
Where can I buy Fucidin H Cream online UK?
You can order Fucidin H Cream through our UK-licensed online doctor service Ashcroft Pharmacy. Just fill out an online medical questionnaire when placing your order. This helps our prescribers make sure it is safe and suitable to prescribe for you.
Upon approval by our medical team, a prescription will be sent to our pharmacy team. They will then dispense and send the medication to your specified delivery address. Next Day Delivery Available.
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Side Effects
Common side effects include:
- Skin burning, stinging, or itching
- Dryness or redness
- Skin whitening
Information
Fucidin H Cream Patient Information Leaflet
| Medication Type | Dual action with antibiotics and steroids | ||||
| Works by | Killing infectious bacteria and reducing inflammation | ||||
| Active ingredient | Fusidic acid and Hydrocortisone | ||||
| Effective within | 1-2 weeks | ||||
| Pack size | 30g or 60g Tube | ||||
| Strength | Fusidic acid 2% w/w and Hydrocortisone 1% w/w | ||||
| Common side effects | Application site reaction, (incl. pruritus, burning and irritation) | ||||
| Manufacturer | LEO Laboratories | ||||
| Generic | No | ||||
| Use with alcohol | No known effect | ||||
Delivery
Once your order has been approved by our UK medical team it will be dispatched via Royal mail. All orders are sent using a tracked and signed for service.
Royal Mail 48 | £3.49
Estimated delivery within 2-3 working days. Excludes bank holidays. Not a guaranteed service.
Free delivery on orders over £50.
RM 24 (Next working day) | £4.99
Estimated delivery within 1 working day. Excludes bank holidays. Not a guaranteed service.
