Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid

Written By Dr. Radhika Dua

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha

Last updated 11 Nov 2020 | 09:43 AM (UTC)

Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid Uses

Halobetasol+Fusidic Acid is used in the treatment of skin infections.

How Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid works

Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid is a combination of two medicines: Halobetasol and Fusidic Acid which treat skin infections. Halobetasol is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Fusidic Acid is an antibiotic which kills bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Common side effects of Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Thinning of skin

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Medicine brands for Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid

Hevobet-F

Leeford Healthcare Ltd

₹110 to ₹110

1 variant(s)

Halox F

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Dermawiz Laboratories Pvt Ltd

₹288 to ₹288

1 variant(s)

Haloroft F

Elliot Biotech Private Limited

₹128 to ₹128

1 variant(s)

Halotop-F

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

₹270 to ₹270

1 variant(s)

Halobex F

Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd

Expert advice for Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid

Halobetasol + Fusidic Acid must be applied as a thin layer on the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.