Fucidin Ointment (Sodium Fusidate) Topical Antibiotic 5g

Fucidin Ointment is a topical antibiotic in ointment form. Its active ingredient is Sodium fusidate 2% (20 mg/g), a fusidane-class antibiotic that works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis — preventing bacteria from multiplying and ultimately eliminating the infection.

Fucidin Ointment (orange box) differs from Fucidin Cream (red box) in its active ingredient: the ointment uses Sodium fusidate while the cream uses Fusidic acid. Both work by the same mechanism, but the formulations differ — ointment is best for dry, crusted wounds, while cream suits moist or general skin areas.

Manufactured by LEO Pharma, a Danish pharmaceutical company with over 100 years of dermatology expertise. Packaged in a 5g tube of translucent pale-yellow ointment for direct topical application.

Fucidin Ointment treats bacterial skin infections, primarily caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes, including:

• Impetigo — crusty sores with yellow scabs, common in children
• Infected wounds — cuts, grazes, or lacerations with redness, swelling, or pus
• Folliculitis — small pus-filled spots around hair follicles
• Infected eczema — eczema with weeping, crusting, or secondary bacterial infection
• Minor infected abrasions — small wounds showing early signs of infection

The ointment base is particularly suited for dry, crusted lesions as it enhances drug penetration through crusts better than cream. It is not recommended for weeping wounds or moist skin folds.

How to apply Fucidin Ointment:

• Wash hands thoroughly before and after application
• Clean and dry the affected area before use
• Squeeze a small amount onto the infected area — apply a thin layer just covering the wound
• Apply 3–4 times daily — morning, noon, evening, bedtime (or as directed)
• A dressing may be applied over the ointment to keep it in place and improve contact

Duration: Usually 7–14 days. Improvement should be seen within 2–3 days. If not improving or worsening, consult a healthcare professional.

Avoid: Contact with eyes, ears, mouth, or mucous membranes. Do not swallow. Do not apply to large skin areas without medical advice.

Fucidin Ointment is generally well tolerated. Possible side effects include:

Uncommon (less than 1 in 100 people):

• Skin irritation, burning, itching, or redness at the application site
• Contact dermatitis from the active ingredient or ointment base components

Rare (less than 1 in 1,000 people):

• Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) — facial swelling, lip/throat swelling, difficulty breathing → stop immediately and seek emergency care
• Worsening or spreading infection — may indicate need for a different treatment

Special note: Prolonged use may contribute to antibiotic resistance — use only for the recommended duration.

Do not use if:

• You have a known allergy to Sodium fusidate, Fusidic acid, or any other ingredient
• Avoid contact with eyes, ears, nasal passages, or any mucous membranes

Use with caution in:

• Infants and young children — can be used but consult a pharmacist regarding dose and duration
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding — topical absorption is minimal, but use only on the necessary area
• Large skin surface areas — avoid covering extensive areas as systemic absorption may increase
• Skin folds/moist areas — ointment occlusion may trap moisture; consider cream formulation instead

Consult your pharmacist before combining with other topical medications.

Topical antibiotics available at Intimo Life differ by active ingredient and formulation:

• Fucidin Cream (Fusidic acid — red box) — lighter cream base, suitable for general skin and less-dry wounds. Similar mechanism but easier to spread. Choose this for moist or normal skin lesions.
• Bactex Ointment (Mupirocin — green box) — completely different antibiotic class. Also effective for impetigo but works via a different mechanism. Selection depends on pathogen sensitivity.

Quick summary: Fucidin Ointment (orange) = ointment, best for dry/crusted wounds | Fucidin Cream (red) = cream, best for moist/general skin | Bactex = Mupirocin, different drug class — choose by pathogen.

Topical medications have minimal systemic interactions due to low absorption, but note:

• Avoid mixing other topical products on the same wound site — may dilute effectiveness or cause reactions
• Topical steroids — if combination therapy is needed, a doctor may recommend Fucidin H (Sodium fusidate + Hydrocortisone) as a single ready-made product
• Other topicals — can be used on different areas, but should not be mixed at the same site

If you are also taking oral antibiotics, inform your pharmacist to ensure appropriate and complete treatment.

After applying Fucidin Ointment, typical progression is:

• First 24–48 hours — redness, swelling, and pain begin to reduce as the drug inhibits bacterial spread
• 2–3 days — visible reduction in the infected area; crusts begin to loosen and fall off
• 7 days — most infections significantly improved or resolved
• 14 days — maximum recommended duration; see a doctor if not healed

If no improvement occurs within 2–3 days, or if symptoms worsen, this may indicate antibiotic resistance or a different infection requiring alternative treatment.

Where to buy Fucidin Ointment?

Order Fucidin Ointment online at Intimo Life. Delivery across Thailand within 1–3 business days. Discreetly packaged — product name not shown on the parcel.