Fusidic acid

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.

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.

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.