ALFUCINE

An antibiotic isolated from the fermentation broth of Fusidium coccineum. (From Merck Index, 11th ed) It acts by inhibiting translocation during protein synthesis.

It is often used topically in creams and eyedrops but is available in systemic formulations including tablets and injections.

For the treatment of bacterial infections.

Fusidic acid is a bacteriostatic antibiotic and helps prevent bacterial growth while the immune system clears the infection.

Sodium fusidic acid tablets have a 91% oral bioavailability.

Absorption of the film-coated tablets is complete when compared to a solution, however oral absorption is variable.

Oral fusidic acid hemihydrate (suspension) achieved a 22.5% bioavailability in pediatric patients following a 20 milligram/kilogram dose.

Metabolites include dicarboxylic ester/acid, 3-keto fusidic acid, hydroxy fusidic acid, glucuronide fusidic acid and a glycol metabolite.

Hover over products below to view reaction partners Fusidic acid Malonic acid 3-keto fusidic acid Dicarboxylic ester Glucuronide fusidic acid Hydroxy fusidic acid.

Approximately 5-6 hours in adults.

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For external use only.

Do not use more than one acne product at a time.

After area is wet with

Blemfree™ Cleansing Wash Concentrate has foamed, tap Blemfree™ Cleansing Spheres with fingertips and massage in small circles for 60 seconds.

Proceed to rinse step.