Fuci-Top Ointment is a topical combination medication that combines two active ingredients that work synergistically to treat bacterial skin infections accompanied by inflammation. This combination provides dual action: fighting the bacterial infection and relieving uncomfortable inflammatory symptoms such as redness, swelling, and itching. Fuci-Top Ointment is a valuable treatment option for skin conditions that require addressing both the bacterial cause and the accompanying inflammatory response.
Active Ingredients in Fuci-Top Ointment
Fuci-Top Ointment contains two active ingredients that work synergistically to achieve a comprehensive therapeutic effect:
Fusidic Acid: An antibiotic belonging to the fusidic acid group. Fusidic acid is characterized by its ability to penetrate the layers of the skin and reach the site of the bacterial infection. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, which leads to stopping or killing the bacteria's growth. It is effective against a wide range of Gram-positive bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, one of the most common causes of bacterial skin infections.
Betamethasone Valerate: A potent corticosteroid belonging to the class of highly effective topical corticosteroids, Betamethasone Valerate works by reducing the inflammatory response in the skin. It does this by inhibiting the release of chemicals that cause inflammation, such as prostaglandins and cytokines. It helps relieve symptoms associated with inflammation, such as redness (erythema), swelling (edema), itching (pruritus), and fever.
Available Concentrations
Fuci-Top Ointment is available in specific concentrations of the two active ingredients to ensure effective treatment and balance antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
Common concentrations are: 20 mg/g of Fusidic acid 1 mg/g of betamethasone valerate "mg/g" refers to milligrams of the active ingredient per gram of ointment. This concentration ensures that a sufficient amount of both ingredients is available to achieve the desired therapeutic effect.
Indications for Use of Fuci-Top Ointment
Fuci-Top Ointment is used to treat bacterial skin infections accompanied by inflammation, such as:
Infected eczema: where eczema is exacerbated by a secondary bacterial infection. Infected dermatitis: skin inflammation that has been exposed to a bacterial infection.
Some types of impetigo: a superficial bacterial skin infection. Folliculitis: where there is severe inflammation. It may be used for other conditions determined by the doctor based on the diagnosis.
Drug Interactions for Fuci-Top Ointment
Inform your doctor or pharmacist about any other skin medications or topical treatments you are using before using Fuci-Top Ointment.
Although systemic absorption of the active ingredients in the ointment is usually low, using multiple topical products in the same area may increase the risk of local side effects or affect the effectiveness of the treatment.