{"id":9106,"date":"2021-03-25T09:53:05","date_gmt":"2021-03-25T09:53:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=9106"},"modified":"2021-04-12T10:40:05","modified_gmt":"2021-04-12T10:40:05","slug":"fucithalmic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/fucithalmic\/","title":{"rendered":"Fucithalmic &#8211; fusidic acid uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p> 1%\u00a0eye ointment<br><strong>fusidic acid<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Fucithalmic is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fusidic acid is an&nbsp;antibiotic&nbsp;with a bactericidal effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fucithalmic is used in&nbsp;acute&nbsp;conjunctivitis&nbsp;caused by&nbsp;staphylococci.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fusidic acid contained in Fucithalmic may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before using Fucithalmic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Fucithalmic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to fusidic acid or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important that you only use this medicine as your doctor&nbsp;prescribed.&nbsp;Improper use increases the risk of antibiotic resistance, which can lead to the drug becoming less effective.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not wear contact lenses while you are being treated with this medicine.&nbsp;Fucithalmic contains microcrystals that can scratch the contact lens or cornea if contact lenses are used.&nbsp;Contact lenses can be used again after the end of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other drugs and Fucithalmic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fucithalmic can be used during pregnancy and lactation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fucithalmic has no or negligible effect on the ability to drive and use machines.&nbsp;However, fucithalmic may cause temporary blurred vision after use.&nbsp;Wait until you regain normal vision before driving or using machines.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fucithalmic contains benzalkonium chloride<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains 0.11 mg of benzalkonium chloride per gram of eye ointment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Benzalkonium chloride can be absorbed by soft contact lenses and can discolor the contact lenses.&nbsp;Contact lenses should not be used during treatment with Fucithalmic, see section &#8220;Warnings and precautions&#8221;.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Benzalkonium chloride can be irritating to the eyes, especially if you have dry eyes or problems with the cornea (the clear membrane at the front of the eye).&nbsp;If you experience irritation, tingling, or pain in the eye after using the medicine, consult a doctor.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to use Fucithalmic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dosage<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is one drop twice daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment should be continued for two days after the symptoms have disappeared to avoid recurrent&nbsp;infection.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fucithalmic eye ointment is viscous, but in combination with the tear fluid, the ointment becomes completely clear and thin.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Instructions for use<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always wash your hands before using Fucithalmic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Remove the cover from the tube.&nbsp;Do not use the tube if the lid is damaged.<\/li><li>Stand or sit comfortably and tilt your head back.&nbsp;Hold the tube above the eye.<\/li><li>Carefully pull the lower eyelid down and push a drop from the tube down into the lower eyelid, as shown.<\/li><li>Avoid touching the eye or any other surface with the tip of the tube.&nbsp;It may contaminate the contents of the tube.<\/li><li>Put the lid back on the tube after use.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=19871029000078#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/imaging\/resources\/1bcd89b7-8f3a-4341-8da0-bd1c661e38c0\" alt=\"Push a drop from the tube down into the lower eyelid\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use for children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If this medicine is to be used on a child, it may be easier to give the ointment when the child is lying down<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Fucithalmic then you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have used too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has inadvertently ingested the medicine, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Fucithalmic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you remember.&nbsp;If it is almost time for your next&nbsp;dose, do not take the missed&nbsp;dose&nbsp;but continue to use it according to your usual schedule.&nbsp;Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Fucithalmic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow your doctor&#8217;s advice regarding the length of treatment.&nbsp;Do not stop treatment without first consulting your doctor.&nbsp;If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects,&nbsp;although not everybody gets them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop taking Fucithalmic and contact&nbsp;<strong>a<\/strong>&nbsp;doctor&nbsp;<strong>immediately<\/strong>&nbsp;or see the nearest emergency department if you experience the following symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fever, rash, swelling, and sometimes a drop in blood pressure (&nbsp;allergic reaction&nbsp;) (may affect up to 1 in 100 people).<\/li><li>Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, sometimes with shortness of breath or difficulty swallowing (&nbsp;angioedema&nbsp;) (may affect up to 1 in 100 people).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>blurred vision (transient)<\/li><li>pain at the application site (including burning and stinging sensation in and around the eye)<\/li><li>itching&nbsp;in and around the eye<\/li><li>irritation\/discomfort in and around the eye<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Uncommon<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>swelling around the eyes (&nbsp;edema&nbsp;)<\/li><li>watery eyes<\/li><li>rash<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare<\/em>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>deterioration of conjunctivitis<\/li><li>hives<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Fucithalmic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store below 25&nbsp;<sup>\u00b0<\/sup>&nbsp;C.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened tube should be used within 4 weeks.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The medicine should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is fusidic acid hemihydrate corresponding to fusidic acid 10 mg \/ g.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are benzalkonium chloride, carbomer, mannitol, sodium edetate, sodium hydroxide, and water for injections.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Viscous&nbsp;white to off-white watery ointment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tube with 5 g<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Amdipharm Limited<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Temple Chambers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3 Burlington Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dublin 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ireland<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LEO Laboratories Ltd, Dublin, Ireland<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> 1% eye ointment<br \/>\nfusidic acid<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2206,2200],"tags":[2288,2411,2414,2415,2413,2291,2212,2213,2289,2290,2292],"class_list":["post-9106","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-f","category-medicines","tag-fucithalmic","tag-fusidic-acid","tag-fusidic-acid-doses","tag-fusidic-acid-side-effects","tag-fusidic-acid-uses","tag-how-to-use-fucithalmic","tag-medicine","tag-medicines","tag-ointment","tag-ointments","tag-side-effects-of-fucithalmic"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9106","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9106"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9106\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9906,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9106\/revisions\/9906"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9106"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9106"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9106"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}