Fusiron is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Other than this, Fusiron has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Fusiron depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Fusiron include Headache, Chills, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fusiron can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Fusiron normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fusiron is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Fusiron related warnings talks about Fusiron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Fusiron are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Fusiron may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Fusiron, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Fusiron 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 Fusiron is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fusiron safe for pregnant women?
Fusiron is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Fusiron safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Fusiron.
What is the effect of Fusiron on the Kidneys?
Fusiron is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Fusiron on the Liver?
Fusiron does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Fusiron on the Heart?
Using Fusiron does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Fusiron 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 Fusiron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fusiron habit forming or addictive?
Fusiron is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Fusiron
Taking Fusiron with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fusiron
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fusiron with alcohol.
No, Fusiron is not recommended to be used for ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection and it is not caused by any worm. It presents as a silver or red colored patch which may be swollen, itchy, scaly or dry. Ringworm can manifest in any part of the body, including groin (jock itch) and scalp (tenia capitis). The rash is usually ring-shaped on places other than face, neck or scalp. At times, the rash starts spreading. It should be treated using antifungal creams containing ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, etc.
Fusiron is a topical corticosteroid which is used for treating conditions like psoriasis and eczema. It is not to be used on face and that too for treating acne. Acne can be treated by using anti-acne preparations containing active ingredients like alpha-hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, clay, sulfur, etc. Acne is rather one of the side effects caused by Fusiron.
Fusiron is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.
Fusiron is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.
No, Fusiron is not indicated to be used for herpes. Fusiron is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
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