Fucibet Cream

Description

What this medicine is for

Fucibet Cream is a topical prescription medicine used to treat inflammatory skin conditions that are also infected with bacteria.

It is commonly used for:

• Infected eczema
• Infected dermatitis
• Infected psoriasis
• Other inflamed skin conditions with secondary bacterial infection

How it works

Fucibet contains two active ingredients:

• Fusidic acid (antibiotic)
• Betamethasone (corticosteroid)

Fusidic acid works by killing bacteria responsible for skin infections, while betamethasone reduces inflammation, redness, swelling, and itching.

Together, they treat both infection and inflammation at the same time.

Key Benefits

• Dual-action treatment (antibiotic + steroid)
• Treats infected inflammatory skin conditions
• Reduces redness, swelling, and itching
• Helps clear bacterial skin infections
• Provides fast relief from symptoms

Dosage Guidance

• Apply a thin layer to the affected area
• Usually applied twice daily
• Use only for the prescribed duration (typically up to 2 weeks)
• Do not use longer than directed by your healthcare provider
• Wash hands before and after application

Common Side Effects

• Skin irritation
• Burning or stinging sensation
• Itching
• Dryness
• Thinning of the skin with prolonged use
• Possible antibiotic resistance with overuse

Warnings

For external use only.

Do not use on acne, fungal, or viral skin infections unless directed by a doctor.

Avoid prolonged or repeated use due to risk of steroid side effects and antibiotic resistance.

Do not apply to large areas of skin unless advised.

Use only under medical supervision.

Patient Information Leaflet (PIL)

Please refer to the official patient information leaflet supplied with your medication for full safety information, application instructions, and precautions before use.

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.983.pdf

Important Information

Tell your healthcare provider if you:

• Have recurrent or severe skin infections
• Are using other topical steroid or antibiotic treatments
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Experience worsening symptoms
• Have any known allergies to antibiotics or corticosteroids

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