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Sodium Fusidate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: FUCIDIN
Strength: 500 mg | Form: Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection
Price in UAE: AED 46.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Sodium Fusidate

Class: | Antibiotic (Fusidic Acid Derivative) Use: | Treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible Gram-positive bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA), particularly in cases of skin and soft tissue infections, osteomyelitis, and endocarditis. Adult dose: | 500 mg intravenously every 8 hours; duration of treatment typically ranges from 7 to 14 days depending on the severity of the infection. Pediatric dose: | Not established; use in children should be based on c

Drug Class

Antibiotic (Fusidic Acid Derivative)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of serious infections caused by susceptible Gram-positive bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA), particularly in cases of skin and soft tissue infections, osteomyelitis, and endocarditis.

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (15-25°C or 59-77°F), protected from light; reconstituted solutions should be used immediately or stored at 2-8°C and used within 24 hours.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Leo Pharmaceutical Co., DENMARK

Package Size

1 Vial (Dry) + 1 Vial Buffer Solution

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 46.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

500 mg intravenously every 8 hours; duration of treatment typically ranges from 7 to 14 days depending on the severity of the infection.

Pediatric Dose

Not established; use in children should be based on clinical judgment and specific circumstances.

Side Effects

Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, and local reactions at the injection site.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to fusidic acid or any of its components; caution in patients with liver impairment.

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment; potential for hepatotoxicity; monitor liver function during treatment. Risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea with antibiotic use.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Sodium Fusidate available in UAE pharmacies:

FUCIDIN 20 mg/g Ointment FUCIDIN 20 mg/g Ointment FUCIDIN 500 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection FUCIMED 20 mg/g Ointment FUSIBACT 20 mg/g Ointment FUSILOX 20 mg/g Ointment FUSIVER 20 mg/g Ointment FUTASOLE 20 mg/g Ointment UCIDERM 20 mg/g Ointment

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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