HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial skin infections such as impetigo (swollen skin patches), folliculitis (inflammation of hair follicles), paronychia (infection around fingernails), sycosis barbae (infection of bearded skin), and erythrasma (infection of the skin). Bacterial skin infection occurs when bacteria enter the body through broken skin. HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID does not treat viral or fungal skin infections.
HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID is a combination of two medicines, namely: Fusidic acid (antibiotic) and Halometasone (steroid). Fusidic acid works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for the survival of the bacteria. Halometasone works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Together, HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID helps in treating skin infections.
You are advised to use HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as irritation, itching, burning sensation, and redness at the site of application. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not use HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Consult your doctor before using HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID in more than prescribed doses or on a large area of skin for a longer duration, as it may cause adverse effects. Do not apply HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID on children’s skin unless prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects.
Bacterial skin infections
HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID is a combination of two medicines, namely: Fusidic acid and Halometasone. HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID is used to treat bacterial skin infections such as impetigo (swollen skin patches), folliculitis (inflammation of hair follicles), paronychia (infection around fingernails), sycosis barbae (infection of bearded skin), and erythrasma (infection of the skin). Fusidic acid is an antibiotic that works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for the survival of the bacteria. Halometasone is a steroid that works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Together, HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID helps in treating infections.
Do not use HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID if you are allergic to any of the components; if you have rosacea or leg ulcers. Consult your doctor before using HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID in more than prescribed doses or on a large area of skin for a longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Do not apply HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID on children’s skin unless prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve despite using HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID for 1-2weeks.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
It is not known whether HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not. Do not apply HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID on the chest if you are breastfeeding.
HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID in patients with liver impairment.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID in patients with kidney impairment.
HALOMETASONE+FUSIDIC ACID should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor.
Bacterial skin infection: It occurs when a bacteria enters the body through broken skin. Bacterial infection could be of various types-Impetigo appears as red sores on the face, folliculitis is a skin infection that starts in an oil gland or hair follicle, paronychia is the infection around the finger/toenails, sycosis barbae is the infection of the bearded skin, erythrasma is a bacterial infection that affects the skin. Bacterial skin infections are generally mild and can be treated using topical antibiotics. Few infections need treatment using an oral antibiotic. Symptoms of a skin infection include rashes, blisters, cracked/dry skin, itching, redness, swelling, stinging or burning sensation.