What is Fobancort?

Fobancort is a topical drug that is formulated in a cream form for the treatment of inflammatory dermatoses with bacterial infections. Each gram of Fobancort cream contains:
0.02g Fusidic Acid: an antibiotic with bactericidal effect. Topical fusidic acid is used for superficial and deep skin infections. Fusidic acid is commonly indicated for the treatment of skin infections caused by viral or staphylococcal infections, streptococci and other microorganisms sensitive to fusidic acid. 0.00064g Betamethasone Dipropionate: is a synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory action used to treat symptoms such as itching, skin irritation and swelling. Excipients: Methyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben, Liquid Prafin, Liquid Prafin, White Soft Paraffin, Cetomacrogol, Cetostearyl Alcol, Propylene glycol and purified water.

The fusidic acid component is antibacterial against most Gram-positive bacteria; especially pathogenic Staphylococcus strains, including penicillinase-producing strains. Betamethasone dipropionate is an anti-inflammatory agent with antipruritic and vasoconstrictor activity.
Due to the combination of 2 main ingredients, which are drugs with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, well absorbed through the skin, Fobancort is often indicated in the following cases:
Inflammatory skin diseases caused by bacterial infections; Contact dermatitis , allergic dermatitis , pruritus not due to parasitic etiology , dysentery ; Seborrheic dermatitis (such as acne); A few cases of simple dermatitis: localized eczema, stasis eczema; Chronic single lichen disease (buffalo neck cleft). In combination with other antibiotics in cases of penicillin-resistant Staphylococcus infections such as abscesses. In addition, the drug is also indicated for patients with immune system diseases such as psoriasis (with bacterial infection or at risk of Staphylococcus or Streptococcus infection) and lupus erythematosus;

Before applying the medicine, we need to clean the affected skin area. Then take the medicine into a thin and even layer, avoid applying too thick layer. Then wait a while for the medicine to be absorbed into the skin. If necessary, the skin can be bandaged after applying the medicine.
Do not arbitrarily change the route of administration or dosage without consulting your doctor.
Dosage of Fobancort is recommended as follows:
If the diseased skin is exposed, we should apply the drug 2-3 times a day; In case the diseased skin area is covered with bandages, we should apply the drug 1-2 times a day. Because the drug contains antibiotics and corticosteroids, we should not use it for a long time or abuse the drug but must stop it after treating the symptoms. proof.
The above dosage is usually only suitable for common cases. Therefore, if the patient's medical condition is quite special, it is necessary to consult a doctor to be prescribed a more specific dose.

People should not use Fobancort in the following cases:
People who are sensitive or hypersensitive to Fusidic acid, Betamethasone or any other ingredient in the drug; Inflammation in the skin around the mouth Open wounds, sores; Pregnant Women Women who are breast-feeding. People with viral diseases: shingles, herpes, chickenpox,. Patient has an infection or a fungal infection. Red caviar . Infants under 1 year old.

Appears irritation, erythema, hot itching, dry skin, folliculitis, hirsutism, acne, skin atrophy, capillary dilation. When using the drug, if you experience any unwanted side effects, please inform your doctor immediately.

Fusidic acid has an antagonistic effect on Ciprofloxacin. Interaction with penicillins. The combination of Staphylococcus resistant penicillin with Fusidic acid can prevent the emergence of Fusidic Acid resistant Staphylococcus mutants. Therefore, this combination can be effective in clinical treatment.

The use of topical antibiotics may cause overgrowth of non-susceptible bacteria in some cases. If this occurs or any irritation occurs, the patient should stop using the drug. Do not apply to eyes or the skin around the eyes. Unless directed by a doctor, do not use in children under 2 years of age. Fobancort medicine should be stored carefully, always covered, in a cool, dry place, protected from light, the temperature is below 30 degrees Celsius. inflammatory dermatological diseases with bacterial infection. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid side effects, patients need to take medicine according to prescription or consult a doctor, pharmacist for advice.
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