Fusiwal M, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Fusiwal M have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fusiwal M. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Fusiwal M also has some side effects, the most common being Itching or burning, Rash, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fusiwal M as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fusiwal M go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Fusiwal M's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Fusiwal M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fusiwal M related warnings section.
The section on Fusiwal M contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Fusiwal M may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fusiwal M is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Fusiwal M is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fusiwal M is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fusiwal M safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Fusiwal M will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Fusiwal M safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Fusiwal M on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Fusiwal M will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Fusiwal M on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Fusiwal M on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Fusiwal M on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Fusiwal M. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Fusiwal M on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Fusiwal M on the heart have been reported.
Fusiwal M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fusiwal M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fusiwal M habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fusiwal M has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Fusiwal M
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Fusiwal M and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fusiwal M
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fusiwal M and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Fusiwal M is a brand name of fusidic acid and it comes in the form of topical ointment and cream. It belongs to the class of drug known as topical antibiotics. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections (especially staphylococcus infections) such as impetigo (school sores), infected cuts and abrasions, infected contact dermatitis (inflammation of the skin), infected eczema.
Yes, Fusiwal M can treat impetigo (school sores). It is effectively used in the treatment of impetigo caused by bacteria Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Yes, Medicine] may cause a stinging or burning sensation. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. If you experience an excessive stinging or burning sensation on the skin after applying this drug, then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Fusiwal M does not contain steroids. It contains fusidic acid which is an antibiotic used for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
No, Fusiwal M does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Fusiwal M contains fusidic acid (an antibiotic) which is active only against bacteria, not fungi that cause the ringworm.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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