Fucicort is a combined preparation intended for external use. This tool has an antibacterial effect, can eliminate inflammation and itching.
Release form, components
The drug is available in the form of a cream. In the tube is 15 g of the drug, made on the basis of two ingredients - fusidic acid, betamethasone. Auxiliary ingredients are represented by soft white paraffin, cetostearyl macrogol ether, chlorocresol, liquid paraffin, sodium hydroxide and dihydrate, cetostearyl alcohol, purified water.
Pharmacological action, pharmacokinetics
The instructions for use include the antibacterial activity, which turns out to be fusidic acid, and the antipruritic, anti-inflammatory, rendered by betamethasone, to the actions of the Fucicort preparation. The active components are perfectly combined in the composition of the drug and do not change the properties of each other.
Since gram-positive bacteria are sensitive to the medication , treatment with its use allows you to get rid of diseases caused by pathogens belonging to this group of bacteria.
Only 2% of the drug passes through the skin, because when using externally, systemic absorption is low.
Indications
Cream "Futsikort" application instruction recommends use in the following cases:
- discoid lupus erythematosus ;
- chronic lichen;
- eczema;
- dermatitis of allergic etiology;
- dermatitis simple contact, atopic and seborrheic.
The drug is prescribed for dermatitis, which is combined with a bacterial infectious process, as well as if it is suspected. The cream treats psoriatic plaques at the stage of exacerbation, toxidermia, acne.
Contraindications
Contraindications include:
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- the presence of open wounds;
- syphilis, accompanied by skin manifestations;
- chickenpox;
- rosacea;
- perioral dermatitis ;
- tuberculosis;
- trophic ulcers;
- post-vaccination skin reactions;
- infectious skin processes caused by fungi and viruses;
- age up to a year.
In some cases, it is necessary to use the drug Futsikort with caution. Ointment is recommended for use with caution in case of acne, allergies to antibiotics (history), diabetes and less than five years of age.
The probability of penetration of the active ingredients into breast milk is not high, but since no studies have been conducted, it is better for pregnant women to use the drug in small quantities if the treatment is long. During breastfeeding, do not apply the drug to the chest.
Treatment
The drug is applied to the affected area, the layer of "Fucicort" should be thin. The cream is applied twice or thrice a day for two weeks. The duration of treatment can be increased to a maximum of five weeks.
Side effects
Before starting treatment, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with undesirable reactions, the development of which can provoke Fucicort cream. Instructions for use contain indications of such possible side effects:
- allergy - redness of the skin, burning, irritation, tingling sensations, the appearance of a rash and itching, dry skin;
- dermatitis contact allergic etiology;
- atrophy of the skin;
- acne-like changes;
- hypertrichosis
- striae;
- folliculitis.
All of these side effects are quite rare, usually they develop only when the treatment is long. In addition, they are reversible. Other irregularities may be present. If you experience any negative reactions of the body, you should consult a doctor.
Symptoms in case of an overdose with the Fucicort remedy are displayed as follows:
- signs of allergies;
- edema;
- itching
- burning;
- redness of the skin.
The same symptoms can be observed during the first use of the cream, when the dose of the drug is incorrectly selected. An overdose is possible with its frequent application (from five to eight times per day) or with a thick layer.
If signs of an overdose appear, do not continue to use the drug. In cases where the affected area has already been treated, but the product has not yet been absorbed, it is necessary to remove it with a gauze cloth and wash the skin with warm water and soap.
If an overdose occurs after prolonged use of Fucicort cream, instructions for use, reviews are advised to gradually withdraw the drug. Symptomatic therapy is needed, it may be necessary to normalize the electrolyte balance.
special instructions
The ointment contains an antibiotic, which means that drinking alcohol is prohibited during treatment. It is advisable not to use the drug for a long time, especially if you have to apply it in the folds of the skin, because there is a risk that the adrenal cortex will be suppressed.
When using the cream, it is important to avoid applying it to the area around the eyes. If you violate this rule, there is a risk of cataracts and glaucoma. Also, the drug should not cover the mucous membranes and damaged areas of the skin.
Do not apply a thick layer of Fucicort cream. Instructions for use show that such an action does not contribute to a quick recovery, but only causes irritation on the skin. You can not rub the cream and massage the affected areas on which it was applied. There is no need to apply a bandage, however, in cases where there is a sacrum and you have to go outside almost immediately after the procedure, it is necessary to protect the affected areas with a sterile bandage.
Studies to find out the effect of the drug on the body of children under five years of age have not been conducted, therefore, "Fucicort" recommends that children use the instructions for use with caution.
Analogs, reviews
The drug can be replaced only by those agents that have a similar effect, since there are no analogues of Fucicort that have the same active ingredients in their composition. When the use of the Fucicort cream is prohibited, the instructions for use can be selected by a specialist from the following means: Candide B, Akriderm GENTA, Betaderm and Belogent. Other medicines can be used, for example, Celestoderm-B containing Garamycin or Celederm, which contains gentamicin. You can not pick up an analog on your own, only after consulting a doctor.
The approximate cost of the cream is 358 rubles. Reviews show that the drug contributes to the recovery of the skin with eczema and the presence of other skin diseases. Confirms the effectiveness of the drug "Fucicort" instructions for use. A photo will let you know what the drug looks like, and studying important information will make it clear what it is.
Buyers in their reviews note that the cream quickly eliminates the existing problem, improves well-being. Some people develop allergic reactions to the medication or other adverse reactions. Usually, after refusing the drug, the condition normalizes. But the occurrence of adverse reactions is very rare. Subject to the recommended dosages and other recommendations of the doctor, recovery occurs in a short period of time, a noticeable improvement in skin health is observed. So that health problems do not appear, you can not self-medicate. All medicines should be used only if there is a corresponding indication and only after receiving specialist advice, exclusion of contraindications. If all points are taken into account, treatment usually proceeds successfully and without complications.