Fumeen 2% Cream

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Product Info

Prescription required	No
Marketer	Osnat Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient	Fusidic Acid (2% w/w)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Steroid esters
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	DERMA
Action Class	Protein synthesis inhibitors
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	705

FAQ

What precautions should I take while applying Fumeen 2%?

Fumeen 2% is meant to be applied only on the skin. Always wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Fumeen 2%. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.

For how long is it required to use Fumeen 2%?

Use the Fumeen 2% for the time advised by your doctor. The treatment with Fumeen 2% usually stretches for 1-2 weeks although it can be longer in some cases.

What should prompt me to stop using Fumeen 2%?

If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Fumeen 2%, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty in breathing, stinging or burning in the eye which does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.

Is Fumeen 2% an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?

Fumeen 2% is neither an antifungal nor a steroid. It is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin like impetigo (a weeping, crusty and swollen patch of skin), infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).

For how long is it required to use Fumeen 2%?

Use the Fumeen 2% for the time advised by your doctor. The treatment with Fumeen 2% usually stretches for 1-2 weeks although it can be longer in some cases.

What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Fumeen 2% may turn ineffective?

Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Fumeen 2% too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Fumeen 2% in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.

What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Fumeen 2% may turn ineffective?

What precautions should I take while applying Fumeen 2%?

What should prompt me to stop using Fumeen 2%?

What if you forget to take Fumeen Cream?

If you miss a dose of Fumeen 2%, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Fumeen 2% Cream Reviews

Fumeen 2% is an antibiotic. It is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis. It relieves the symptoms of the infection by stopping the further growth of the causative microorganisms.

Fumeen 2% should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only and should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Don’t use more than you need as it won’t clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. The affected area should be clean and dry before medicine application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.

It may cause burning sensation, skin irritation, itching, and redness immediately following application over the affected area. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.

Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes immediately with water and seek medical attention. 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. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

How Fumeen 2% Cream Works

Fumeen 2% is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

How to Use Fumeen 2% Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Benefits of Fumeen 2% Cream

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections: Fumeen 2% is an antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Uses of Fumeen 2% Cream

Bacterial eye infections
Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Fumeen 2% Cream Side Effects

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Fumeen 2% is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Fumeen 2% is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Quick Tips

Don't use it for more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
Apply it gently to the infected area of skin three to four times a day.
Fumeen 2% treats bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis.
Inform your doctor if your infection becomes worse during treatment or if it comes back after you have stopped treatment with Fumeen 2%.
Don't 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.