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Fusidic acid: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects

Fusidic acid: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects

Overview

  • Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis.

Uses of Fusidic acid

  • Active against Gram-positive bacteria, particularly Staphylococcus pseudintermedius.
  • It is used topically in the management of staphylococcal infections of the conjunctiva, skin or ear.
  • Fusidic acid is able to penetrate skin and penetrate the cornea gaining access to the anterior chamber of the eye.
  • The carbomer gel vehicle in the ocular preparation may also be efficacious as a surface lubricant.
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Dose of Fusidic acid in Dogs and Cats

Dogs:

  • Otic: 5–10 drops per affected ear q12h.  In small animals, 2–5 drops may be a more feasible volume to instill.
  • Ophthalmic: 1 drop per eye q12h.
  • Skin: apply to affected area q12h for 5 days.

Cats:

  • Otic, Ophthalmic: doses as for dogs.

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Side Effects of Fusidic acid in Dogs and Cats

  • No information is available.

Contraindications of Fusidic acid in Dogs and Cats

  • Do not use preparations containing corticosteroids in pregnant animals.
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