Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S

Description

About 

{{Product}} is commonly prescribed for the treatment of skin conditions such as secondary bacterial infections known as dermatitis or psoriasis. {{Product}} performs the function of decreasing swelling, itching, inflammation, and redness in the following conditions. {{Product}} comprises corticosteroid and is not to be used on a diaper rash, face, groin, vagina, or underarms unless instructed by the doctor to do so.

{{Product}} is to not be applied near the eye or inside as it may cause glaucoma or harm to the eye. Patients are also advised to avoid getting the medication anywhere near the mouth, nose, or ear. If the medication gets into these areas, patients are required to rinse it immediately with plenty of water and inform a doctor. {{Product}} is only to be applied on the prescription of a doctor. The patient is also advised to not go near flames or smoke as {{Product}} contains Fusidic acid which may easily catch fire or burn. 

{{Product}} contains corticosteroids which may cause side effects such as burning, itching, irritation, dryness, hypopigmentation, local skin irritation, or acne. Patients should avoid going in direct sunlight after the application of the cream/ointment as it may cause skin photosensitivity. {{Product}} should not be taken at the same time as when corticosteroids are being taken orally as they may interact. 

Indications

 {{Product}} can be used to treat: 

• Bacterial skin infections 
• Dermatitis 
• Psoriasis 

How Does {{Product}} Work 

{{Product}} contains corticosteroids and antibiotics which work together to treat bacterial skin infections. Steroids of medium strength in the medicine help reduce swelling, itching, and redness while the antibiotic performs the function of stopping the growth of bacteria and killing the present ones to treat the skin disorders.  

How To Use {{Product}}

{{Product}} comes in the form of a cream/lotion which is to be applied on the affected area with a clean hand in a thin layer and rubbed gently on it. If a lotion is being used, the patient is required to shake the bottle well before every use. 

Dosage 

Children Dosage 

Apply a thin layer 2-3 times a day. For not more than 1 week. 

Adult Dosage 

Apply a thin layer 3-4 times a day. For not more than 2-4 weeks.

Pregnancy And Lactation Use 

It has been unknown whether {{Product}} causes any harm to pregnant or nursing women as no medical research has been carried over this topic and no cases of harm or potential risk have been reported. However, it should still only be applied by pregnant or nursing women when highly important and no other safer options are available. If a woman gets pregnant during the treatment, she is advised to contact her doctor. A nursing woman is still advised to not apply the medicine to her breasts while or before breastfeeding. 

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S:

• Untreated fungal infections 
• Untreated viral infections 
• Parasitic infestations 
• Use on burns 
• Acne or rosacea 
• Perioral dermatitis 
• Widespread plaque psoriasis 
• Perianal or genital pruritus 
• Pruritus without inflammation 

Precautions 

Please inform your doctor about the following before consuming Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S:

• Not to be used to treat diaper dermatoses in infants 
• Avoid prolonged use 
• Should not be used on the face for more than 5 days 
• Avoid mucous membrane 
• Avoid eye area 
• Broken, inflamed, or occluded skin 
• Dermatitis around chronic legs ulcers 
• Elderly 
• Skin ulcers
• Cannot be used on thin skin 
• Avoid usage of harsh or cosmetic products on the skin during application. 

Interactions With Other Medicines

• skin medicines to be applied simultaneously 
• Oral corticosteroids

Adverse Effects 

Common Effects 

• Local skin reactions 
• Acne 
• Atrophy 
• Striae 
• Telangiectasia 
• Mild pigmentation 
• Hypertrichosis 
• Pruritus 
• Folliculitis 
• Hypersensitive reaction 
• Burning sensation 
• Redness at the application site 
• dryness

Rare Effects

• Cushingoid changes 
• Adrenal suppression 

How To Cope-Up with Some Effects

Dryness- apply a moisturizer to the skin and wait for 10-15 minutes after which apply Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S onto the skin. This will prevent skin from getting dry and flaky.

Redness/burning Of the Skin- can be combated by applying a cold pack to the affected area.

Acne- if a patient experiences acne they are required to not touch the affected skin and to use natural aloe vera gel on the affected area to lessen the severity. A doctor should also be informed. 

Skin irritation- can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream. Apply a cold compress to the area helps reduce itchiness and redness

Burning sensation- applying ice and not touching the skin with dirty hands.

Key Points 

• Avoid smoking or going near flames after applying the {{Product}} as it may catch fire and burn easily. 
• Do not bandage, wrap, or cover the treated area unless advised by the doctor to do so.
• Do not wash the skin area where medication has been applied for several hours. 
• {{Product}} may cause glaucoma to patients if they meet the eye, hence the patient is required to not apply it anywhere near the eye.

FAQs

Q1. HOW TO STORE Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S?

Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

Q2. WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S?

{{Product}} is to be applied in a small quantity over the affected skin in a thin layer. In case of excessive application {{Product}} may get absorbed into the skin.

Q3. WILL Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

Q4. Can I Take Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S During My Pregnancy?

It is unsure as no medical research has been done on it, however, it should only be used when highly important and on the prescription of a doctor. 

Q5. WILL Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

Q6. HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

Medication is to be applied for a 2–4-week period. 

Q7. CAN Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S BE APPLIED TO INFANTS?

{{Product}} is not recommended for the use of infants or diaper rash in infants.

Q8. HOW DOES Fucitop B 15gm Cream 1 ‘S WORK?

{{Product}} contains corticosteroids and antibiotics which work together to treat bacterial skin infections. Steroids of medium strength in the medicine help reduce swelling, itching, and redness while the antibiotic performs the function of stopping the growth of bacteria and killing the present ones to treat the skin disorders.